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#2206
General Discussion / Re: A meeting on the trails?
August 01, 2012, 11:13:44 PM
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#2207
Projects / Re: 1976 Big Block RC build
July 31, 2012, 10:24:59 PM
Don't know how the PO did it but the np203 is safe and snug in the back of the RC.  The adapter is already disconnected.  The bolts were off the peek-a-boo panel so probably used that.

I pulled the glove box out and there was a little music box called Happy Tooter that went out to a speaker in the grille.  I thought that sucker was a siren but now it sounds like a musical fart box. LOL  Has a little red plug in device and a speed dial (rapid toot?).  Maybe it was an ice cream man mobile. ???

I was pleasantly surprised how little rust was on the floor board.  None on the passenger side and very  little surface rust on the driver's.  Also, were these factory chrome wheels?
#2208
Projects / Re: 1976 Big Block RC build
July 31, 2012, 12:41:12 AM
Dodgestrike, found this link that seems to say the same as you.  When Ryan pulled his drivetrain, he took the front clip off.  How did you do yours?  My RC has a panel cut out in the floor.  Looks like factory access for the transfer but I can't tell.

Hoping to keep the FT setup.  I believe it's a 203 but I'll know tommorrow when I actually get my first day off to go through it all.  Gonna haul some parts to my place.  Got a lot to do tommorrow.  I also need an inspection on the 91 D150 and apply for title on the 76 RC.
#2209
Projects / Re: 1976 Big Block RC build
July 30, 2012, 01:36:04 PM
I have 3 storage sheds right now.  One here in SA and 2 in Corpus.  Planning on a trip to CC this coming Sat. to pick up the motor and trans.  I need to dig around and see what else I can use.  I remember having an extra radiator but not sure if it's worth it.  I picked up a new one for a little over $100.  Piece of mind you know. 

First thing is to take the front clip off and see what needs to be cleaned or repaired before putting the drivetrain in.  Trying out a few places for transfer rebuild.  Really not sure how the transfer goes to the trans.  One picture I found, it looks like the tailshaft of the car 727 comes off and the adapter for the t-case goes in its place.  I have the adapter.  I have an old MP speed secrets book that mentions a shorter tailshaft for trucks.  Is that 2wd only?  When you pulled/ installed your drivetrain, did you do all 3 pieces at the same time?  Trying to figure out how the skid plates go on too.  Wish I knew why the gas tank was taken off.  Gonna take it to my place and clean in, fill it with water to check for leaks and hopefully test the sending unit.  I need to pull the window channels out.  Drivers side is horrible and rubber pieces are coming out.  Hopefully there's a kit for the whole nine yards.

For sure, the seats are a go.  Do you have the console too?  If not I see them in the JY all the time but not always complete.  I might have to piece one together and get a multi colored effect.  LOL
#2210
I remember reading before that the 76 RC FSM's are non-existant. Do you have a 77 RC FSM?
#2211
Projects / Re: 1976 Big Block RC build
July 27, 2012, 11:45:05 PM
For now, my goal is to get it running .  The np203 is in the bed with the driveshafts, hood and gas tank.  I'm going to be doing some parts chasing right off the bat before any hi-po stuff. 

I've got an assortment of big block goodies laying around in 2 storage sheds in CC.  I've had a 383/ 400/ 440 on my 71 GTX at different times.  The fastest was the 383 believe it or not.  The tranny has a shift kit and deep pan.   I have a brand new, never been used TCI performance stall converter.  There's a trans cooler already on the RC shell.  The motor ran really strong and was very dependable.  Not sure if the PO of it had put in a performance cam or not but it ran well.  The Carter AVS ran real nice and I tried a holly 750 and a Carter TQ and did worse.  I want to go with the MP electronic distributer kit.  Not sure if it's the same as for my 71 but it had an orange ecu.  Looking for torque on this girl so a dual plane manifold this time around.  Duals with headers and thrush glass packs. 

I'm pretty sure it's the D44 front and 9.25 rear.  I want to keep the FT 4wd and look into getting the larger bolt pattern for front and back axles.  Just depends on whether the axles are in good shape.  I hate to dispose of good parts like rims, tires, and axles.  If I do go with bigger tires later on a lift will be in order but undetermined as of now.  Jungle's shackle flip comes to mind too.
#2212
Projects / 1976 Big Block RC build
July 27, 2012, 10:49:29 PM
Today is first day of my new to me 1976 Ramcharger.  My motto has always been, " Turning Trash into Fun! ".  Usually take Junkyard dogs and turn them into fun dependable vehicles.  Nothing fancy.  This will be my first 4x4. I want it to be a trail rig that is street legal.  Picked up this Orange big block RC shell from San Marcos, TX from a RCC member, PGRINGO for $300.  This mama needs a lot of love.  Serious rust issues on the top and a little on the fenders.  Inside floor actually looks decent.  Needs front buckets, motor and trans, radiator, and pwr steering pump.  Master cylinder looks older than dirt and window channels, seals and possibly regulators need to be replaced.  Good news is that I have a 383/ 727  at my parent's place in Corpus Christi, TX about 2.5 hours away.  Both were running when pulled.  Unfortunately, the 383 is torn apart.  I have a possible line on front buckets from a buddy and a top from another buddy.  I would love to keep it topless but without a covered place to park it, the timing isn't right yet.  I really got to thank my loving wife and her family.  They helped me a bunch to get this in motion and a place to keep it for now. My brother-in-law really helped a bunch and wore an orange t-shirt to honor the old girl. LOL   My wife is very supportive and is as excited as I am.  Here's a few pics.  Check out my wife Yolanda doing her imitation of the Titanic pose and giving a new meaning to bucket seat. LOL ;D

#2213
 8)  I like Nikid... hmmm good.
#2214
Projects / Re: '77 Macho PowerWagon
July 27, 2012, 10:08:58 PM
 8)  Where the hell was that??  Looks like freakin' fun!!

Great looking truck!
#2215
General Discussion / Re: site banner
July 27, 2012, 09:58:10 PM
Sounds pretty cool... have you got a mockup to look at?
#2216
Site Help / Re: Pic sizing
July 26, 2012, 12:46:51 AM
Hey don't pick on my gf's LOL  :-*
#2217
Site Help / Pic sizing
July 25, 2012, 11:37:59 PM
 >:(  I had my pic resizer set to 800x600 which is what RCC limits their pics to.

I noticed that this site has a 128 kb limit which is very small.

I need more width for full effect....

BIGGER IS BETTER....


#2218
General Discussion / Re: site banner
July 25, 2012, 11:19:36 PM
I really liked that Battling Rams drawing that I believe Will made for the Ram Jam shirts.
#2219
Test Board / Re: Test no. 1
July 25, 2012, 11:10:29 PM
 ;D ;D ;D ;D
#2220
Test Board / Re: Test no.2
July 25, 2012, 11:05:59 PM
 8) 8) 8) 8)