ArdWrknTrk Posted August 11, 2020 Share Posted August 11, 2020 I'm starting a thread because I have my cab opened up to install some new sounds, replace the tattered cab mounts and do some insulation. Hopefully this will result in less squeaks, rattles and leave me with the option to just turn the radio up so I don't have to hear them. Also, I don't want to hijack Nick's thread. Although his advice is very welcome. Last evening I pulled my seat and old vinyl mat, then scrubbed the floor and rattlebombed with some cheap closeout rustoleum paint from Wal-Mart. Today I need to change the cab mounts, run power and ground from the engine bay, roll down the insulation I have and install the new mat before I mount the Retro sub beneath the seat. I'll be out in the paddock, but hope to get pictures of the process. Thanks for following along. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86 12 Brutus Posted August 11, 2020 Share Posted August 11, 2020 Cnt wait to see some pics. We're hoping against hope once we get the manifolds back on, we can put the heater/evap box back in and get the dash put back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArdWrknTrk Posted August 11, 2020 Author Share Posted August 11, 2020 Cnt wait to see some pics. We're hoping against hope once we get the manifolds back on, we can put the heater/evap box back in and get the dash put back Hopefully I laid good groundwork yesterday. 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted August 11, 2020 Share Posted August 11, 2020 Hopefully I laid good groundwork yesterday. 🙂 Following! And it already is looking good. Boy, those cab mount instructions bring back memories. Don't lube those things! What sound mat are you using? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArdWrknTrk Posted August 11, 2020 Author Share Posted August 11, 2020 Hopefully I laid good groundwork yesterday. 🙂 I also ordered a new style steering shaft. I need to figure this out... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rembrant Posted August 11, 2020 Share Posted August 11, 2020 I also ordered a new style steering shaft. I need to figure this out... Ha! I was just going to say that in 2020 New England, cab "upgrades" to a 1987 are often to install a new floor!! Lookin' good Jim! So, what steering shaft is this? And from where?... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
85lebaront2 Posted August 11, 2020 Share Posted August 11, 2020 I also ordered a new style steering shaft. I need to figure this out... Jim, if "new style" means 1992-97, it actually has one u-joint inside the cab and one at the box. If it is a replacement for the rag joint and can joint, you may have to cut the can off the base of the column shaft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArdWrknTrk Posted August 11, 2020 Author Share Posted August 11, 2020 Jim, if "new style" means 1992-97, it actually has one u-joint inside the cab and one at the box. If it is a replacement for the rag joint and can joint, you may have to cut the can off the base of the column shaft. I think it's a '14 style shaft. Have to see if the end can be made to fit the steering box. Length seems right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted August 11, 2020 Share Posted August 11, 2020 I also ordered a new style steering shaft. I need to figure this out... That steering shaft is very similar to the Borgeson that Vernon had put on Big Blue. No rag joints, just u-joints. It has worked very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArdWrknTrk Posted August 11, 2020 Author Share Posted August 11, 2020 That steering shaft is very similar to the Borgeson that Vernon had put on Big Blue. No rag joints, just u-joints. It has worked very well. Well hopefully my welds and process are a little better than Amazingly I got all the cab mount bolts out in one piece. Really grateful for that battery impact. Heat index over 100 this week, so I'm taking it easy. With so many people being without power (a few still) ice has become the new toilet paper. And I need to bolt the cab back down before I can even go get some. Back out into the sun to fight my floor jack on soft ground. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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