Floyd- no sister. Be glad, my inlaws are off their rockers.
Quick update on the truck:
Dropped the oil pan as the vent tube had been disconnected for who knows how long- surprised there were no mice or anything, as the wiring looks pretty chewed up elsewhere (any advice on harness for this truck?). Checked rod and crankshaft bearings- alls good, still had oil in them! Replaced rear universal joint and had to realign the u joints on drive shaft. Pinion shaft was loose- tightened, jury's still out on differential. Replaced oil filter and decided to start her up- first shot was a no go, so replaced spark plugs, fed gas directly- eventually got her going and sounded really good, at least to my untrained ear (see video:
http://s858.photobucket.com/albums/ab145/BagdadChevy/?action=view¤t=DSC_0014.mp4). Will replace fuel pump and keep on moving forward. It's been a huge learning curve to date, and I love it- thanks to Rogers Automotive in Chino for their patience with my ignorance, incessant questioning and tendency to wear flip flops in the shop.
