Duramax Build Part 14: Putting the Cab Back onto the Frame

[@richardperry9095]

Welcome back, it's been a while, you're doing a good job. I've gotten my Duramax rebuilt and running good. Your engine build video was a good resource.

[@richphippsgarage]

Thanks Richard and congrats on getting your rig up and running! Glad I could help out!

[@a1steaksauce555]

Still first!

[@richphippsgarage]

Caught you snoozing that time! 😂

[@knightbro2003]

I've recently installed the heat exchanger identical to yours. Funny enough, my first project is a 77 k10. Any tips/ suggestions before teardown?

[@richphippsgarage]

Awesome! And yes, don’t throw anything away!!!! It’s super easy to say “nah I’ll just get a new one of these…” and then you realize they don’t make them anymore 😂! These trucks are great and good luck on your project!

[@knightbro2003]

@richphippsgarage 25+ years Auto Body technician. If I am good at anything, it's losing parts. :) But yes, well noted. If I may suggest? The under frame portions a can if raptor guard after Ospho would be easy.
Keep up the videos, man. Can't wait till it's done.

[@knightbro2003]

One last thing I forgot to mention. I've purchased 2x AN -8 female fittings and 4x brass 1/2" compression rings. I intended on using the AN'S for the heater exchanger and 1 brass ring on each outlet from the compressor with OG fittings. My question is, should I or shouldn't I flare/double flare any of the connections? I've tested and have worries with enough threads.

[@richphippsgarage]

@@knightbro2003 sorry I was confused at first, didn’t realize you were talking about the compressor video! I reused the original fittings on the pump outlet and the tank inlet. I looked at the old tubing to see what kind of a flare to put in it but I do remember flaring the new stuff to match.

[@knightbro2003]

@richphippsgarage awesome! Thank you very much. Sorry for the confusion. Dry air is crucial for my future business. Hydrodip is very finicky. Thanks again.