Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Transmission/Clutch House in San Francisco
Good point. 4 speed transmission, floor shift, compound first. Thanks Nate. Albion On Nov 12, 2006, at 6:38 PM, vwnate1 wrote: > Three or four speed ? > > If you have a floor shift Muncie tranny , you might try > Fleetpride , sometimes known as Associated Truck . > > They're a Muncie dealer and claim to be able to get parts . > > -Nate > Albion wrote: > > > > I was wondering if anyone knew of a reputable clutch/transmission > > mechanic in the San Francisco metropolitan area. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Good resource for codes, manuals, paint etc
I don't know where he finds the time to compile this, but God bless 'em http://chevy.tocmp.com/index.htm Please add to links if you feel it's worthy. Mike Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Re: Transmission/Clutch House in San Francisco
Three or four speed ? If you have a floor shift Muncie tranny , you might try Fleetpride , sometimes known as Associated Truck . They're a Muncie dealer and claim to be able to get parts . -Nate Albion wrote: > > I was wondering if anyone knew of a reputable clutch/transmission > mechanic in the San Francisco metropolitan area. > > I had an unfortunate clutch/transmission problem today and don't have > the space or tools to work on it at the moment. The symptoms were that > I began to smell clutch and transmission fluid smells in the cab, the > truck started shuttering, and jumping out of gear, and then shortly > thereafter the truck game out of gear, the transmission locked up, and > there was a lot of smoke in the cab that smelled of transmission fluid. > I had to have it towed on dollys as the rear end wasn't free even out > of gear with the break off. > > Any ideas? > > Also, I had some fun when then tow truck driver was parking it in my > neighborhood on a hill. I got in to set the parking break, and the > truck jumped off the tow truck while on the dollys in the back. > Suddenly I had no rear brakes and the truck was rolling free backward > down the hill. Fortunately I turned the wheel to steer into the street > while the tow truck operator ran along side, I stomped on the front > brakes and he managed to release the rear dolly so the rear wheels hit > the pavement. Wow, was that fun. We almost took out an SUV parked > behind me about 30 feet. The tow truck driver was my buddy after that. > I saved him a big insurance claim by steering into the street. > > Thanks > > Albion > Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Transmission/Clutch House in San Francisco
I was wondering if anyone knew of a reputable clutch/transmission mechanic in the San Francisco metropolitan area. I had an unfortunate clutch/transmission problem today and don't have the space or tools to work on it at the moment. The symptoms were that I began to smell clutch and transmission fluid smells in the cab, the truck started shuttering, and jumping out of gear, and then shortly thereafter the truck game out of gear, the transmission locked up, and there was a lot of smoke in the cab that smelled of transmission fluid. I had to have it towed on dollys as the rear end wasn't free even out of gear with the break off. Any ideas? Also, I had some fun when then tow truck driver was parking it in my neighborhood on a hill. I got in to set the parking break, and the truck jumped off the tow truck while on the dollys in the back. Suddenly I had no rear brakes and the truck was rolling free backward down the hill. Fortunately I turned the wheel to steer into the street while the tow truck operator ran along side, I stomped on the front brakes and he managed to release the rear dolly so the rear wheels hit the pavement. Wow, was that fun. We almost took out an SUV parked behind me about 30 feet. The tow truck driver was my buddy after that. I saved him a big insurance claim by steering into the street. Thanks Albion Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Re: Engine Identification
Bob ; You're making it sound more and more like a 1960's vintage replacement engine ~ they made 235's up to 1964 for replacements that I know of and possibly later . I'm going to see where your located and maybe see if my brother and I can come fetch it . Pix would be good though... -Nate Bob wrote: > > Nate, almost anything will outlast me! I admire the members that are doing a full restore of their trucks. I am only trying to do a "rebuild". The only thing that will not be stock will be 12 volt. I even decided to use the original split rims. In the end it will be a farm truck with a rattle can paint job. > > I will check the fittings and see what size they are. What puzzles me is the guys seem to indicate all blocks have a cast number and I can't find one. I could find one on my 1950 but not on the 1952. The block is clean so it is not covered with gunk. I forgot to mention that the oil breather pipe has a rubber line that connects to the air cleaner if this will help. Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Engine Identification
You may find that the rattle can approach will cost you a lot more than a modest paint job at a body shop. These trucks present a pretty big surface area and one spray can probably only covers a small area. And they may or not be batch controlled. And I think they are extremely unfriendly to the environment. And you run the risk of developing an RSI (Repetitive Stress Injury) in the joints of your fingers trying to keep that little button pressed down for hours and hours. Orthopedic surgeons specializing in the hand charge more than Maaco or even Earl Scheib! And those little plastic nozzles clog up like crazy! That was fun Got anything else you want an unsolicited opinion on? jt On Nov 12, 2006, at 12:33 PM, REM Wilson WY wrote: > Nate, almost anything will outlast me! I admire the members > that are doing a full restore of their trucks. I am only trying to > do a "rebuild". The only thing that will not be stock will be 12 > volt. I even decided to use the original split rims. In the end it > will be a farm truck with a rattle can paint job. > > I will check the fittings and see what size they are. What puzzles > me is the guys seem to indicate all blocks have a cast number and I > can't find one. I could find one on my 1950 but not on the 1952. > The block is clean so it is not covered with gunk. I forgot to > mention that the oil breather pipe has a rubber line that connects > to the air cleaner if this will help. > > In a message dated 11/12/06 12:37:26 Mountain Standard > Time,[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > > Well ; > > It has a 261 low compression cylinder head on it so you're either > got a 261 or a 235 with a 261 head on it . either way , you've got a > good engine that'll outlast you if you take care of it . > > If the oil gauge and filter fitting on the left side of the > cylinder block are 3/4" (may have brass bushings to bring them down > to 1/8") , you've likely got a 261 on your hands . > > Do you need the tune up specs and etc. ? they're all listed right > here in the archives if you do the search . > > Sounds to me like you've worked hard to save ' just another old > truck ' back to a cool vintage vehicle that's not only fun to drive > but ready to work , too ! . > > -Nate > Bob wrote: > > > > I need some help with my engine Identification. I have been > working for over two years on my 1952 3600/5W, working from the back > bumper to the front. Removed Ford rear axle, replaced broken front > springs, new shocks and complete new brakes and lines. (feel it is > more important to stop than to go). Rebuilt the bed and milled new > floor boards. I have finally arrived at the engine. My truck has > turned out to be a "Heinz 57" varieties. > > > > Here is all the information I can get from the head and block. All > is painted red. > > > > The head has 3836850 and GM4 cast into the top by and on the > carburetor side. On the plug side at the top over the 3rd plug from > the front is cast B35 8 8. The valve cover is held down by 4 screws > and the oil filler cap is at the front rather than at the center. > > > > The block has C O N 4 124 cast above and somewhat hidden behind > the starter. In front of the starter and just behind the distributor > there is > > stamped on a flat that sticks out at a 45 degree angle 0 I 0 3 3 > I 8 F 5 5 U. The ones are really the letter I but I believe this was > normal for GM to do. Cast at the front of the block is GM with 12 > above it. The side plate appears to be 5 to 6 inches tall. > > > > I have not had any luck finding this engine listed. Could it be a > car engine? > > > > Bob Moore > > 1952 3604/5W > > 1950 3609/3W > > > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Re: Engine Identification
I do get up that way once or twice a year , I don't like driving in the snow though Does this engine turn or is it stuck ? . my address is : [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Nate Bob wrote: > > I will not be disposing of the 1950 until later next year. As an added incentive to anyone that wants to pickup this engine, I live just 3 miles from the south gate of Teton National Park, which is just south of Yellow Stone National Park. This area is one of the most scenic area of the US. > > I'm not smart enough to post pictures but can send some as attachments to anyone that gives me their email address. Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Re: Another source for 261 engines
"Though last placed in larger Chevrolet trucks almost 40 years ago, this now scarce engine can still be located and often at a price no higher than for the smaller 235. Many still remain in the original Chevrolet trucks and are now setting in salvage yards or behind farm buildings. In Canada, the big Pontiac cars are sometimes in the back rows of more isolated older wrecking yards. Don't overlook the wrecked and badly rusted Chevrolet cars of the 1940's and 1950's, particularly those showing signs of some past exterior customizing changes. The Chevrolet enthusiasts of that era knew about the 261 and its potential for added performance." ...from the internet == --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "Hanlon, Bill (ISS Houston)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > In the late '50s Canadian Pontiacs were available with a V8 (Chevy 265 > or 283 depending on the year) and a 6 cylinder engine, which was a Chevy > 261 in 1957. Probably was in other years as well, but I'm not sure. > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Another source for 261 engines
In the late '50s Canadian Pontiacs were available with a V8 (Chevy 265 or 283 depending on the year) and a 6 cylinder engine, which was a Chevy 261 in 1957. Probably was in other years as well, but I'm not sure. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [old-chevy-truck] Test to See If I'm back in the Group
Lost in cyberspace!!! [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ken, Looks like you are back; where have you been? Mike Klepp '48 3100 5 window '65 C-10 stepside '53 F**d Customline Oakwood, IL [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: carb Fuel Supply Test
thanks, i think its my float. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Engine Identification
I will not be disposing of the 1950 until later next year. As an added incentive to anyone that wants to pickup this engine, I live just 3 miles from the south gate of Teton National Park, which is just south of Yellow Stone National Park. This area is one of the most scenic area of the US. I'm not smart enough to post pictures but can send some as attachments to anyone that gives me their email address. In a message dated 11/12/06 12:48:54 Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Ah geeze ~ a little bit far away from Pasadena doggone it . Keep my note and if no one else grabs it I may be able to come fetch it next spring... Any chance of some Pix ? . TIA , -Nate Bob wrote: > > It is possible that the 124 is really I 24. The first digit is separated from the 24 so could be the letter I rather than the number 1. > I have not been able to find any cast block numbers on the engine, just the stamped number. The only place I have found the head casting number is in a Jim Carter listing as a 58/62 261 head, but there are no Captains bars on the block. Another listing (forgot which) gave the head number as a " 58/62 side mount passenger car or truck front mount 235". > > My 1950 motor does have the block casting number of 374476 which is listed as a 56 to 62 235. Since I am parting out this truck for my 1952 I do not need the engine. If anyone wants it, it's free. You have to remove it and it is located in Wilson Wyoming near Jackson Hole. > > > Bob [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Engine Identification
Nate, almost anything will outlast me! I admire the members that are doing a full restore of their trucks. I am only trying to do a "rebuild". The only thing that will not be stock will be 12 volt. I even decided to use the original split rims. In the end it will be a farm truck with a rattle can paint job. I will check the fittings and see what size they are. What puzzles me is the guys seem to indicate all blocks have a cast number and I can't find one. I could find one on my 1950 but not on the 1952. The block is clean so it is not covered with gunk. I forgot to mention that the oil breather pipe has a rubber line that connects to the air cleaner if this will help. In a message dated 11/12/06 12:37:26 Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well ; It has a 261 low compression cylinder head on it so you're either got a 261 or a 235 with a 261 head on it . either way , you've got a good engine that'll outlast you if you take care of it . If the oil gauge and filter fitting on the left side of the cylinder block are 3/4" (may have brass bushings to bring them down to 1/8") , you've likely got a 261 on your hands . Do you need the tune up specs and etc. ? they're all listed right here in the archives if you do the search . Sounds to me like you've worked hard to save ' just another old truck ' back to a cool vintage vehicle that's not only fun to drive but ready to work , too ! . -Nate Bob wrote: > > I need some help with my engine Identification. I have been working for over two years on my 1952 3600/5W, working from the back bumper to the front. Removed Ford rear axle, replaced broken front springs, new shocks and complete new brakes and lines. (feel it is more important to stop than to go). Rebuilt the bed and milled new floor boards. I have finally arrived at the engine. My truck has turned out to be a "Heinz 57" varieties. > > Here is all the information I can get from the head and block. All is painted red. > > The head has 3836850 and GM4 cast into the top by and on the carburetor side. On the plug side at the top over the 3rd plug from the front is cast B35 8 8. The valve cover is held down by 4 screws and the oil filler cap is at the front rather than at the center. > > The block has C O N 4 124 cast above and somewhat hidden behind the starter. In front of the starter and just behind the distributor there is > stamped on a flat that sticks out at a 45 degree angle 0 I 0 3 3 I 8 F 5 5 U. The ones are really the letter I but I believe this was normal for GM to do. Cast at the front of the block is GM with 12 above it. The side plate appears to be 5 to 6 inches tall. > > I have not had any luck finding this engine listed. Could it be a car engine? > > Bob Moore > 1952 3604/5W > 1950 3609/3W > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Re: carb Fuel Supply Test
Disconnect fuel pipe at carby , remove ignition key and crank engine ~ you should get pulsating 4" squirts of gasoline out the top end of the tube , if so ,you'r carby has a stuck float or flaot valve etc. If no fuel sprays out the tube , stopand go backand test the siphon of fuel _to_ the fuel pump , there should be a stream of fuel out the pump inlet pipe as big around as the hole in it , if it dribbles , there's a kink in the tube or more likely , crap in the fuel tank pulgging up the outlet ~ it canbe removed and cleaned . If you CATCH FIRE , you skipped leaving the key out in the previous step , be careful when working with gasoline . I take it you have a 216 with the original Carter W-1 carby then ? . -Nate Bill wrote: > > i have a 1953 chevy truck am restoring, rebuilt the carb still have to keep pumping the gas to keep it runing, new gas pump, every thing is geting gas but the carb. its a carter carb, any info please > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Re: Rusty's Truck Pix
Hm , that link doesn't work and there's a _LOT_ of truck pix in the photos section ~ how do I know whicxh is you'rn ? . -Nate 1949 3100 rusty beat to heck shop truck . still working ! Rusty wrote: > > Thanks Tom...damn sure do enjoy her...what a hoot! > Rusty > > --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "Tom C" > wrote: > > > > Fantastic truck, Rusty! From the pics, it looks like it doesn't > need anything at all. I know you're having a ball with that ol' > blue Chevy. > > Tom Caperton > > '47-2nd Series ... in Whiteville, NC > > tcaperton@ > > > > - Original Message - > > From: fxdl952000 > > To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com > > Sent: Friday, November 10, 2006 2:25 PM > > Subject: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Intro > > > > > > Nate, Not sure if I'm I'm doing this right or not...but I pasted > the > > link to my truck pics below. Otherwise they are in the photos > > section. > > Thanks, > > Rusty > > > > http://autos.ph.groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy- > > truck/photos/browse/c937 > > > > --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "vwnate1" > > wrote: > > > > > > > > > WELCOME Rusty ! . > > > > > > Ship captain eh ? what kinda ship ? fishing or freight ? . > > > > > > You'll find your new old truck is incredibly responsive to > > tinkering > > > and cleaning , adjusting etc. > > > > > > I rode a '65FL PanHead & a '37 EL KnuckleHead , restored both > my > > > own self . > > > > > > You've found a good resouirce here , these guys know anything > so > > > don't be afraid to ask mundane questions , they've helped me > every > > > time I needed it . > > > > > > > > > Post up a link to pictures , you cannot post pictures here . > > > > > > -Nate > > > Rusty wrote: > > > > > > > > Just a intro note and to say hello and thanks for allowing > me to > > > join. > > > > > > > > A little about me: > > > > Age 51 > > > > Born in the south, plan on dieing there too. > > > > Live in South Alabama > > > > I'm a Ship Captain > > > > Ride and love Harleys > > > > Been thru lifes ringer and have been restored (over and over) > > > > As a result of the above line I have a deep love for > anything > > old, > > > > banged up and in need of help. > > > > If its old I want it...not interested in what the hell it is > > > either. I > > > > love tinkering and polishing it back to new. > > > > I just bought a 1950 1/2 ton Chevy 3100 > > > > She is in great shape and does not require a whole lot of > > > > anything...new wiring harness, tires, tune up, oil, lube and > > > > antifreeze. A few buffs here and there, a new this and that > and > > > lastly > > > > sweeting up the engine bay. My plan is to keep her as she > is, as > > > > original as possible. > > > > I hope to become a giver here as well as ask a helluva lot > of > > > > questions. > > > > I'll post some pics of her real soon. > > > > Thanks again, > > > > Rusty > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > > Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Underbed Spare tire carrier
Nate, ok vwnate1 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Thanx but no ~ that's the '51 and later carrier , I'm looking for a slide out typ from '47 ~ '50 . What you have there looks good but I can occasionally find those locally . -Nate littlebuddytoo wrote: > > Will this work for you? > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CHEVY-TRUCK-47-53-ORIGINAL-SPARE- TIRE- CARRIER_W0QQitemZ290049412777QQihZ019QQcategoryZ34209QQrdZ1QQcmdZView Item > > Me too ! I need one too and will take rusty or crappy one... > I need the slide out type . > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Re: Engine Identification
Ah geeze ~ a little bit far away from Pasadena doggone it . Keep my note and if no one else grabs it I may be able to come fetch it next spring... Any chance of some Pix ? . TIA , -Nate Bob wrote: > > It is possible that the 124 is really I 24. The first digit is separated from the 24 so could be the letter I rather than the number 1. > I have not been able to find any cast block numbers on the engine, just the stamped number. The only place I have found the head casting number is in a Jim Carter listing as a 58/62 261 head, but there are no Captains bars on the block. Another listing (forgot which) gave the head number as a " 58/62 side mount passenger car or truck front mount 235". > > My 1950 motor does have the block casting number of 374476 which is listed as a 56 to 62 235. Since I am parting out this truck for my 1952 I do not need the engine. If anyone wants it, it's free. You have to remove it and it is located in Wilson Wyoming near Jackson Hole. > > > Bob Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Re: Underbed Spare tire carrier
Thanx but no ~ that's the '51 and later carrier , I'm looking for a slide out typ from '47 ~ '50 . What you have there looks good but I can occasionally find those locally . -Nate littlebuddytoo wrote: > > Will this work for you? > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CHEVY-TRUCK-47-53-ORIGINAL-SPARE- TIRE- CARRIER_W0QQitemZ290049412777QQihZ019QQcategoryZ34209QQrdZ1QQcmdZView Item > > Me too ! I need one too and will take rusty or crappy one... > I need the slide out type . > Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Re: Rusty Old Truck
.Or is that supposed to be ' Rusty's Old Truck ' ? =8-) . Anway , water ?! YIKES ! . So . Your truck is a 6 volt negative ground electrical system and it's dead simple and prolly the best vehicle to learn on 'cause it's simple and you're oh so lucky to be in The South where floks know that BBQ sauce is _NOT_ ketchup dangit! .(here in La-La Land there seems to be some confusion about this simple fact . You'll need a simple basic test light and the Zip cord off an old TV set or summat like that , add a couple alligaotr clips to the ends and you're ready to begin . Best bet is to sort out the brakes then change all the flauids then fo a major tune up , by this point you'll be able to drive it and so can more enjoy it as you chase down the lights and fuel gauge . BTW : none of the dipwad rubbie jerkoffs 'round here would know a KnuckleHead if I hit them on the head with one PanHeads , esp. the later ones with external oiling are better anyway =8-) . (I know , Knuck's are _soo_ sweet , I had one) -Nate Rusty wrote: > > Thanks Nate! > > The type vessels I'm currently on are involved in Deepwater > Construction/Repairs. We use hose monkeys (aka divers) and a 4 point > mooring system to ensure a stable work place. My current vessel is > named the Midnight Star, small by todays standards, a 250 footer but > rather high tech. > > My favorite HD engine is the knuck. I'm always looking for a basket > case, not many left due to the yuppy invasion.. > > The redoing of my wireing harness will be posted here with enuff > dumb questions to get me booted from the list I'm sure. There are 3 > things I don't mess with - married women, snakes and > electricitymy backs in the corner now with this truck and I'm > either gonna learn auto electrics or blow her her ;-) > > Thanks again for the welcome!! > > Rusty Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Re: Engine Identification
Well ; It has a 261 low compression cylinder head on it so you're either got a 261 or a 235 with a 261 head on it . either way , you've got a good engine that'll outlast you if you take care of it . If the oil gauge and filter fitting on the left side of the cylinder block are 3/4" (may have brass bushings to bring them down to 1/8") , you've likely got a 261 on your hands . Do you need the tune up specs and etc. ? they're all listed right here in the archives if you do the search . Sounds to me like you've worked hard to save ' just another old truck ' back to a cool vintage vehicle that's not only fun to drive but ready to work , too ! . -Nate Bob wrote: > > I need some help with my engine Identification. I have been working for over two years on my 1952 3600/5W, working from the back bumper to the front. Removed Ford rear axle, replaced broken front springs, new shocks and complete new brakes and lines. (feel it is more important to stop than to go). Rebuilt the bed and milled new floor boards. I have finally arrived at the engine. My truck has turned out to be a "Heinz 57" varieties. > > Here is all the information I can get from the head and block. All is painted red. > > The head has 3836850 and GM4 cast into the top by and on the carburetor side. On the plug side at the top over the 3rd plug from the front is cast B35 8 8. The valve cover is held down by 4 screws and the oil filler cap is at the front rather than at the center. > > The block has C O N 4 124 cast above and somewhat hidden behind the starter. In front of the starter and just behind the distributor there is > stamped on a flat that sticks out at a 45 degree angle 0 I 0 3 3 I 8 F 5 5 U. The ones are really the letter I but I believe this was normal for GM to do. Cast at the front of the block is GM with 12 above it. The side plate appears to be 5 to 6 inches tall. > > I have not had any luck finding this engine listed. Could it be a car engine? > > Bob Moore > 1952 3604/5W > 1950 3609/3W > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
Re: [old-chevy-truck] Test to See If I'm back in the Group
Ken, Looks like you are back; where have you been? Mike Klepp '48 3100 5 window '65 C-10 stepside '53 F**d Customline Oakwood, IL [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Re: 1953 "models" on sale
Thank you; I collect some trucks. They are on eBay; type in 'Welly truck' or 'Welly pickup'. ...bill == --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "Jeff Pohlar" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Just in case anybody has any interest, a recent trip to the local Tractor > Supply Co. netted me a really nice model truck they have up for sale. It is > a nicely detailed 53 3800 deluxe cab dually "tow truck". It has a period > correct winch and boom style wrecker body. Die cast metal with opening doors > etc. Even has the correct wheels on it. > > It is a Welly brand model. A quick search for Welly toys online shows that > they also have several 3100 half ton models available also. > > http://www.3000toys.com/catalog/item_detail.aspx? itemfind=WELLY9836BE > > TSC might have an exclusive on the tow truck because I don't see it for sale > on this particular website. > > Jeff > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] 1953 "models" on sale
Just in case anybody has any interest, a recent trip to the local Tractor Supply Co. netted me a really nice model truck they have up for sale. It is a nicely detailed 53 3800 deluxe cab dually "tow truck". It has a period correct winch and boom style wrecker body. Die cast metal with opening doors etc. Even has the correct wheels on it. It is a Welly brand model. A quick search for Welly toys online shows that they also have several 3100 half ton models available also. http://www.3000toys.com/catalog/item_detail.aspx?itemfind=WELLY9836BE TSC might have an exclusive on the tow truck because I don't see it for sale on this particular website. Jeff [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Re: My 2 cents...
Yeah Steve...The Corprate America Saftey Nazis will likely be the final down fall of this great country. I see it happen more and more. My Cheif Engineer who never failed to get us back into port was laid off because he is on blood pressure meds. He was replaced with a young guy who could run a marathon but can't keep the main engines upgo figure. Hang in there and don't never forget how your hand came to look like they do! All the best! Rusty --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "Steve" > > Yea, I get it, but don't have the cammera yet. I sure do know all > along the watch tower---one of the best guitarists ever. I could > probably even tell you more !! My computer is primitive, looking > to get up to date after January when I get my good income tax > return. Unfortionatly, I don't feel so, but the docs & my job, & the > SS Admin say I should be considered 100% disabled. So they all do, > therefor my job disqualifies me, no choice of mine, nothing I can do > about it. I'm only 47 done electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, > hydraulic, operate cranes, heat treat furnace, 8000 ton hyd vacuum > presses, 3000 ton nytrogen atmasphere presses--all squezze parts at > 2000 degrees, turning machines, programable logic controllers--- you > name it, I probably been there. When these type machines brake down, > my job to fix. Well my employer won't let me do it anymore, say I'm > too much a danger to others with my various med probs, say I'm a > danger to others. Well so be the case, I sure ain't the smartest > star in the sky on some thins, but I'm pretty good at a lot of > things. I tell you though, these guys in this group have a lot of > skills & knowlodge, no doubt about that. I continue to learn more & > more while I drive down the road in my brand new 1959 Chevy Appache > Fleetside, much help with issues comes from these folks. Just found > this site a few weeks ago, now I have real turn signals like factory, > not the piece of crap aftermarket turnsignal clamp on the column, you > can get for $20 bucks. That crappy thing sure was embarresing, now > it resides at the city dump. > I have on my job used the digital camera, just as you described, sure > helps at reassembly time. What a great technological advantage. My > comp I get after Jan., I will be equiped with the camera. I've used > the camera just as you said, for years. What a gigantic help it > is. I know that 1st hand, you could not have said it better. > I ask & get to much into details, repeat myself on occasion, but to > me, I always say, 2nd best just isn't good enough for me. > Your friend, Steve, ColumbusGA, Phenix City AL, Ft.Benning GA. 59 > Chevy Apache 31 Fleetside. ---note brand new too. > > > Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
RE: [old-chevy-truck] Engine Identification
The block casting number is not located in any one particular place on all these stovebolts. Its been my experience so far though that the number is always located on the sides of the block. Sometimes large and sometimes smaller digits. It has a bad habit of collecting grunge making it hard to see without some scraping around. Assuming that the date code is in fact I 24, your block was cast on Sept. 4, 1954. It is possible for that date to be 1944 also but probably unlikely. If you run across the casting number let us know. Jeff Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
[old-chevy-truck] Re: My 2 cents...
--- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "fxdl952000" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Hey gang, > > Well, I've been reading and reading here..just as I thought, lots of > good people here and enuff info to launch the space shuttle. > > I'm certain what I'm about to share here is in use by many people > already. I've learned that just because I have a certain way to do > something I will take for granted and even think that the whole world > does it the same way, when in reality few do! > > Anyway..I wanted to talk teardowns just a second. Over the years I > have busted up more stuff than I care to remember. Tearing down is the > fun part. The killer is putting it all back together. If you are like > me you don't have time to do the teardown and rebuild in one > sitting...sometimes it's a year before I get back around to it. Then > that's when the hairpulling starts. A box of parts here, a can of nuts > and bolts there, some labled, some not! How the hell does it all go > back together? > It's been months and I can't rememberanybody here ever been there > before? > > Today before I even change out batterys in a flash light I start taking > digital pics of the whole thing! Just joking about the flash light but > imagine how handy these modern day camera's can play into it. > > It amazes me when I look at the box of parts and start surfing thru > the pics I took of the teardown...this spring go on before this > washer. This stabs in this way, this parts looks like it should go in > this way but the pic I have showes differantetc. etc. > > To this day since I have started taking these pics nothing I have put > back together has become an issue...all fits back like a glove. > > Anyway...hope I did not bore any of you pros out there who do this > stuff for a living or a full time hobbyOl' Rusty here is a product > of the 70's and just maybe some of my memory and talents was shot to > hell while listening to Jimmy Hendricks...heheh! > > As for those who fear tearing into that tranny or that carb or that > speedo..fear not, just have your camera close by..err with the > batterys in the right way ;-) > > Later, > Rusty Yea, I get it, but don't have the cammera yet. I sure do know all along the watch tower---one of the best guitarists ever. I could probably even tell you more !! My computer is primitive, looking to get up to date after January when I get my good income tax return. Unfortionatly, I don't feel so, but the docs & my job, & the SS Admin say I should be considered 100% disabled. So they all do, therefor my job disqualifies me, no choice of mine, nothing I can do about it. I'm only 47 done electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, operate cranes, heat treat furnace, 8000 ton hyd vacuum presses, 3000 ton nytrogen atmasphere presses--all squezze parts at 2000 degrees, turning machines, programable logic controllers---you name it, I probably been there. When these type machines brake down, my job to fix. Well my employer won't let me do it anymore, say I'm too much a danger to others with my various med probs, say I'm a danger to others. Well so be the case, I sure ain't the smartest star in the sky on some thins, but I'm pretty good at a lot of things. I tell you though, these guys in this group have a lot of skills & knowlodge, no doubt about that. I continue to learn more & more while I drive down the road in my brand new 1959 Chevy Appache Fleetside, much help with issues comes from these folks. Just found this site a few weeks ago, now I have real turn signals like factory, not the piece of crap aftermarket turnsignal clamp on the column, you can get for $20 bucks. That crappy thing sure was embarresing, now it resides at the city dump. I have on my job used the digital camera, just as you described, sure helps at reassembly time. What a great technological advantage. My comp I get after Jan., I will be equiped with the camera. I've used the camera just as you said, for years. What a gigantic help it is. I know that 1st hand, you could not have said it better. I ask & get to much into details, repeat myself on occasion, but to me, I always say, 2nd best just isn't good enough for me. Your friend, Steve, ColumbusGA, Phenix City AL, Ft.Benning GA. 59 Chevy Apache 31 Fleetside. ---note brand new too. > Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just the email), to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL
