Plow Truck Maintenance - Getting Ready for Big Snow - 1981 GMC C7000 AWD Dump

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  • @Trobertsdsgmach1
    @Trobertsdsgmach1 2 роки тому +1

    Elvis is a badass

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому

      Thanks. We definitely love him!

    • @Trobertsdsgmach1
      @Trobertsdsgmach1 2 роки тому +1

      @@NorthForkHollow if you are semi familiar with engines than put a couple degrees of base timing (physically rotating the distributor opposite the way it spins), it WILL run a bit better.

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому

      @@Trobertsdsgmach1 Yup, that may work. I haven't done it because I done have a timing light anymore. I'll have to keep an eye out for one at a yard sale or something.

  • @alvinmendaros
    @alvinmendaros 2 роки тому +1

    That thing is a beast of a truck 🛻

  • @michatvrider
    @michatvrider 2 роки тому

    Bad Ass Rig.

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому

      Thanks, I'm very glad to have Elvis every time it snows. I don't think we could get out without him. Thanks for watching!

  • @jjano2320
    @jjano2320 2 роки тому +1

    It's satisfying when the truck runs better.

  • @mchl8
    @mchl8 2 роки тому +1

    For wat it is I see u took off winter bladed they are lined against icing .
    I use these on my applications. U put on plain Jane junk blades. Ur going to fight with those to keep from freezing .

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому

      Yes, I realize. But the regular blade were much, much cheaper. I don't usually plow when it is snow. I usually wait until it is over and then plow. So I'm not too worried about them. Thanks for watching!

  • @billrutherford6021
    @billrutherford6021 2 роки тому +1

    I was surprised to see you change the plow angle and not use the hydraulic ram on the front of Elvis. I thought for sure you would take the chains and connect it to the back of the plow frame. Good work around. With the amount of adjustment you have, you can really dial in the float vs cutting pressure.

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому

      Hmm, I hadn't thought of that. Good suggestion! Thanks for watching!

  • @TomTom-pv2ig
    @TomTom-pv2ig 2 роки тому +2

    Fuel filter is a good change also. Good job! 👍👋🇨🇦😀

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому +2

      Very good point! I forgot about that. I will get one soon. Thanks for watching!

  • @carlellison9430
    @carlellison9430 2 роки тому +1

    👍❤️

  • @marcgrimm7120
    @marcgrimm7120 2 роки тому +1

    Glad to see elvis again keep up the sweet videos my friend

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому

      Yeah, it was good to get him out and make sure all was well. Thanks for watching!

  • @mikeholubek4419
    @mikeholubek4419 2 роки тому +2

    Lets see, maybe a speck of dirt or a dry start....... I've been pre filling for over 40 yrs and as long as it mounts vertically I'll keep prefilling Great Habit !!!!

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому +1

      I agree. I'm still going to do it. Thanks for watching!

  • @morganottlii2390
    @morganottlii2390 Рік тому

    You have to work to kill a 427 truck block motor. Keep the juices clean and they run forever. Sadly, GM stopped making them

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  Рік тому

      So far so good. This thing is a beast. Thanks for watching!

  • @ronfrance4041
    @ronfrance4041 2 роки тому +1

    The 427 is a cool engine.

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому

      Yeah, seems to work really well for me. Thanks for watching!

  • @20083500HD
    @20083500HD 2 роки тому +1

    Now that's what you call drive train👍🏾...I'm surprised the rear end drain plug is not magnetic

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому

      One of the drain plugs is magnetic; either front or back. But I can't remember which. Thanks for watching!

  • @JohnAmes
    @JohnAmes 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the great video my friend

  • @mrtowmonster
    @mrtowmonster 2 роки тому +1

    When i change plugs and plug wires I spray some wd 40 into the ends of the wires and they slide right onto the plugs and cap real easy and not so much of a fight and i do the same with the threads on the spark plugs so they thread in easier and less likely to cross thread and on aluminumn heads I put anti seize on the spark plug threads so when you change them they don't corrode or rust into the head

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому

      I always use dielectric grease in both ends of the plug wires and antisieze on the plug threads. And always start them by hand so they don't cross thread. I'm sorry I dont mention it, just some of things I do and don't think about.

  • @mikedoak8231
    @mikedoak8231 Рік тому +1

    What are you using for a pump to lift the plow?

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  Рік тому

      The truck has an engine mounted hydraulic pump. This controls the hydraulic dump bed, plow controls, and hydraulic spreader (not installed). Works well! Thanks for watching.

  • @gearhead9943
    @gearhead9943 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely love your cold start views but please don’t ever edit anything out. That’s the best part of the video! Please post all the unedited stuff!

  • @johnhunt5090
    @johnhunt5090 2 роки тому +1

    That truck may be old sounds like a pretty strong running truck .

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому

      It does seem to run pretty strong. For the age, I'm impressed. Thanks for watching!

  • @jasongarneau4331
    @jasongarneau4331 2 роки тому +1

    what's your trucks GVW?

  • @mrtowmonster
    @mrtowmonster 2 роки тому +1

    did you check the fluid in the transmission and the transfer case as well along with the power steering anti freeze and hydraulic oil for the plow

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому

      Yup, checked and topped off the transfer case, transmission, and hydraulic fluid. Power steering, antifreeze, and brake fluid was all good. Thanks for checking!

  • @DanielAtkinsFirewood
    @DanielAtkinsFirewood 2 роки тому +1

    You know if you back Elvis into the garage you will know for sure how high you need to rebuild it🤣🤣
    Than you have the anger of the wife that even i don't need.. Kids did a great job keeping mom happy. And you out of the dog house🤣🤣
    See you on the next one😜👍

  • @kennyp507
    @kennyp507 2 роки тому +1

    I now better understand why we havent gotten any snow in the east yet... its your fault for being prepared

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому

      Yeah, I'm sorry about that. I like snow, too. So to see Elvis sitting there not moving since I filmed this is a bummer to me. Oh well, one of the many things I can't control is the weather. I just have to be prepared for what *might* happen. Thanks for watching!

  • @mikeholubek4419
    @mikeholubek4419 2 роки тому +1

    P.S.
    Chevrolet firing order
    1 8 4 3 6 5 7 2
    Odd runs driver side
    Anytime U do ignition maint on chevy that ran B4 fine and now skips check 5 & 7.
    U doing doing it as U do will Guarantee U won't make this mistake.
    I made and learned this mistake >40 yrs ago......
    And A-Frame should be parallel with/on ground, this can change Ur attack angle of cutting edge

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the suggestions. I knew that was the firing order for SBCs as I've dealt with them extensively in the past. But I wasn't sure on this BB if it was the same. So that was the easiest and quickest way to get it done. Thanks again!

    • @mikeholubek4419
      @mikeholubek4419 2 роки тому +1

      @@NorthForkHollow Chevy's were simple (back in the days b4 computers).

    • @NorthForkHollow
      @NorthForkHollow  2 роки тому +1

      @@mikeholubek4419 Agreed they were!