Bear in mind that the mouldings and reflective tape were part of the deluxe trim package, so a lot of the base trucks, by a large margin the greatest...
Thanks for the info. I have holes where the trim used to be so I figured someone removed them. Some of the holes have been bondo'd over. I also have trim...
Sounds like the original truck had them. I'm not sure whether the suppliers we use show these,so maybe someone else can chime in, but you might keep an eye on...
The older guys in the group will be able to understand about the ravages of old age. For the last two years, I've had problems with my knees and I just...
Bill, finally got out and checked my stock. Looks like I have the nuts. I checked with a tap and also on my truck, they fit. 5/8-18 thread, have 10 about...
It's "dazysnow" who needs the parts. …bill ... nuts. I checked with a tap and also on my truck, they fit. 5/8-18 thread, have 10 about 3/4" deep, 15/16"...
GREAT NEWS ! . I've been unable to swing a wrench for some time now due to excruciating pains in my neck and arms , I'd pretty much given up the will to live...
First we were falling apart; now better. Good news from several truck people. Sell that oil pan at a recycling yard; it is probably cast aluminum which brings...
All This is a little off the subject but I'm looking at a used local enclosed car/truck hauler for sale. The trailer weighs about 3500 lbs empty. I figure my...
Ken You should be able to find a Ford website with trailering info on it. You'll need to find out what rear axle ratio you have and then look up what the...
You should be able to go up a hill or bridge with OD off and be able to maintain at least 50mph I wouldnt advise trying it with flex fuel though. If you have a...
Good for you, Steve! Got to be a great feeling. Now....just let us know what was in that shot. Lots of us would like to get a couple of gallons of that...
Well, I've been off on vacation for a week, and when I get back, I find that both Steve and Nate have discovered miracle cures for aches and pains. It's...
What do you mean by pull it up hill? You sure aren't going to win the Pike's Peak hill climb, but I'd expect it to continue up most hills even if slowly. I...
Ken, I pretty much agree with the others so far. One additional thought, just make sure that the trailer brakes are working correctly or you will have a...
I was wondering if anyone on the list has an old AD Truck voltage regulator that they don't need anymore. It does not have to work, I will be using as an...
Shame on you Ken, you are supposed to drive that old truck. Mike Klepp Oakwood, IL http://mikes-old-cars-and-trucks.50megs.com/ '48 3100 Deluxe '65 C-10...
Not better yet ~ the Dr. gave me a good cracking last night after work but I'm still in pain. The Diesels used steel oil pans , the V-ate gassers used the...
One need to be careful with the Cortisone injections , a buddy of mine had painful knees so Kaiser pumped him full of Cortisone and after a year or so , his...
You're talking about towing with the 'F' truck , right ? I tow with my '49 and the Huck brakes make this a not fun event , I'd not think of going far with a...
Well, Mike about 50 miles is my limit on driving the old truck, especially during the summer. I'd love to trailer it to some different car shows to see some...
Don't pass up the Derrick Days in Corsicana during April. See our web site www.shakersandscrappers.com for photos of last years show. Dan Corsicana, TX '47...
Sorry, I typed the link wrong: www.shakersandscrapers.com Dan Corsicana, TX '47 3800 http://autos.ph.groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/photos/browse/3e52 ...
This is a follow-up to a failed U-joint I had last year ... I forgot to send this e-mail out as a conclusion to my experience changing the U-joint yokes on a...
Albion: I had the same problem changing out my 51. As I recall, the speedo gear was a slip fit and upon heating, was able to get it off and put it on the...
Hello, - After many years of declining service, my vacuum wiper motor finally gave up the ghost. That was actually 1992. Since then, I have trusted in the...
Galen If you decide to have the vacuum motor rebuilt, I highly recommend Ficken Wiper service www.wiperman.com They have all the old trico parts. I had mine...
