[old-chevy-truck] Old truck puzzles

2006-08-16 Thread Dan Robinson
For those days where it is just too hot or too cold to work or play with your truck these might be of interest: http://www.bitsandpieces.com/jump.jsp?itemID=765&itemType=PRODUCT&iProductID=765&rel=C&relid=1668&path=1%2C2%2C291%2C303%2C324 http://www.bitsandpieces.com/jump.jsp?itemID=

[old-chevy-truck] DPO

2006-07-30 Thread Dan Robinson
(47,48,49,50,51,52,53,1947,1948,1949,1950,1951,1952,1953) (chev*,GMC) (truck, pickup, pick, PU) in the search window. I would suggest not checking the look in description option and would limit the search to eB** motors. Dan Robinson [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To

[old-chevy-truck] Rear end swap

2006-07-29 Thread Dan Robinson
Looks like one of my saved links no longer works. It was http://community-2.webtv.net/Tom3600/REARENDGEAR/ Does anyone have an updated link or is tom still around? Dan [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an emai

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: LOOKING FOR A PROJECT/DRIVER

2006-07-28 Thread Dan Robinson
Sent you a new invite to that album. or click here http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/koiboykoi/album?.dir=b133re2&.src=ph&store=&prodid=&.done=http%3a//photos.yahoo.com/ph//my_photos or http://photos.yahoo.com/koiboykoi and click truck 2006. Sorry some of the photos are dark. I assumed that

[old-chevy-truck] Texas Trucks

2006-07-18 Thread Dan Robinson
Saw an announcement on Craigslist looking for photos of Texas trucks that are daily drivers. Looks like the site owner likes old trucks as he has a 1958 3100 as the truck of the month www.1000texastrucks.com http://www.1000texastrucks.com/truckofthemonth.htm Dan [Non-text portions of

[old-chevy-truck] Truck videos

2006-07-14 Thread Dan Robinson
Many may not be aware but there are places on the web you can post videos for free. I tried searching and could mainly find videos of old ford trucks.. Anyway if folks have some video of their truck post them and send us a link. Dan http://www.youtube.com/index http://www.youtube.com/

Re: [old-chevy-truck] A/C systems

2006-07-12 Thread Dan Robinson
These folks make something that at least looks good http://www.vintageair.com/download/pdf_singles/45.pdf (500kb file) sorry dial up folks http://www.vintageair.com/ Instructions http://www.vintageair.com/DownloadsSection/Surefit/Chevrolet%20Trucks/1947-55%20Chevrolet%20Truck%20(wo-fact%

[old-chevy-truck] Items for sale in San Antonio, 216 and tons more

2006-07-04 Thread Dan Robinson
Rear Differential with drum brakes even has new emergency brake cables $25. Column 3 speeed shifter $10 I suspect if you end up visiting him there will be more parts available but this is all he recalls this morning. Dan Robinson [Non-text portions of this message have

[old-chevy-truck] OT: Disney movie Cars

2006-06-23 Thread Dan Robinson
well we finally got to see the movie in the perfect setting last evening, a drive in theater. It was about a 20 mile drive but what a great place to see a movie called cars. We have not attended a drive in since the late 70's. Now in place of those nasty little speakers you just tune in your

RE: [old-chevy-truck] seat belts

2006-06-18 Thread Dan Robinson
One thing I like about seat belts and these old trucks is you can lift the seat and make all signs of your lap only belts disappear. Nice old looking belts are available from RV dealers (trying searching some of the common online auction houses like Eb**) I would suggest the shorter lengths.

[old-chevy-truck] New graphics site - Worm removal tool for the JS.Yamanner worm

2006-06-13 Thread Dan Robinson
Normally I would not forward or post this but since at least one list memeber must have this If you think you have been infected by this JS.Yamanner ordeal (the new graphic site emails), run this tool. It is provided free from Microsoft as a download. http://www.mi

[old-chevy-truck] Tow truck in new Disney movie: Cars

2006-06-09 Thread Dan Robinson
In an article about the new Disney movie Cars http://autos.msn.com/advice/article.aspx?contentid=4024001 The Tow truck is described: Mater A rusty, good ol' boy tow truck, Mater has the quickest tow rope in Carburetor County. Pixar doesn't identify the make and model of Mater, but the t

[old-chevy-truck] another glass question

2006-05-19 Thread Dan Robinson
When did safety glass start being placed in Chevy and GMC trucks? Dan [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 visi

[old-chevy-truck] Junkyard photos

2006-05-15 Thread Dan Robinson
Let me know if this link does not work http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/koiboykoi/album?.dir=/8c62scd&.src=ph We were in New Mexico this weekend and got lost near the Albequeque airport and ran by this junckyard. Lots of old iron at high prices. Look at the last photo for a great old dump truc

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Fender Bars....

2006-05-09 Thread Dan Robinson
Likely you are referring to clutch head drivers. All the old car dealers have them. Some large screw drivers sets include them. I understand some flaps like NAPA may carry them Dan Mr JERRY CYRE <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: can you tell me what do you call the screw driver that you use to

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Elusive parts hunt...

2006-04-21 Thread Dan Robinson
Other sources; http://www.chevytrucks.org/resources/vendors.htm I suspect a few of the links etc are out of date but rarely will you find such a nice list of vendors with phone numbers addresses and links Dan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 21 Apr 2006 at 18:44, fffinc_casey wrote: > Hi all

[old-chevy-truck] Another celeb truck on auction

2006-04-18 Thread Dan Robinson
Ok who would have guessed Barbra Streisand would have anything to do with a 1952 truck? Go to ebay and see item 4632443438 [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:

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Howdy

2006-04-15 Thread Dan Robinson
Welcome. It is nice to see new folks here. You will find lots of helpful folks here. There are tons of great advice in the old posts. Best of luck with the cancer. What part of the country are you located? Dan Richard <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Howdy my name is Richard... I just join

RE: [old-chevy-truck] CORE 261 Engine Value In So. Cal. ? .

2006-04-03 Thread Dan Robinson
OK I tried to resist commenting as I like Nate. Couple of thoughts. 1. You will spend more in gas trying to find another one. 2. Are you one that enjoys the hunting more than the kill? are you getting that much pleasure driving around looking for one and afraid you will ha

[old-chevy-truck] Chevy duty is changing its name

2006-03-23 Thread Dan Robinson
Thought I would forward this info along as I am know while many of you use Chevy Duty for parts you may not be on their email list. Dan R. As a truck restorer you know what it means to make modifications to make something better. That's what we're now doing with our company. Recently Gen

Re: [old-chevy-truck] 1958 GMC V8 Wiring Diagrams

2006-02-27 Thread Dan Robinson
I think everyone on this list should bookmark this site http://chevy.tocmp.com/index.htm when looking for any type of online manuals. Found one link there that might help: http://chevy.tocmp.com/chevywiring/index.htm oops sorry looks like that is only the 1958 car there http://chevy.toc

[old-chevy-truck] Polishing Stainless

2006-02-20 Thread Dan Robinson
Anyone know a good link to an idiots guide to polishing stainless steel? Next question in this series is, how do I tell chrome from stainless steel? I am assuming both the glove box door and interior grill are stainless steel from reading earlier posts. Dan [Non-text portions of this

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Rebuild 216 or not???

2006-02-14 Thread Dan Robinson
If you really want to open a can of worms tell hiim to stick with the 216 till he finds a good 261. Did the list member that had one in dallas ever sell his? Jeff Pohlar <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I was just recently up on my soapbox about this subject so I was going to keep quiet this time ar

[old-chevy-truck] 2006 Truck Calendar

2006-02-07 Thread Dan Robinson
I was in a store today and spotted a 2006 calendar that featured old trucks. So I decided to give it a look. All the trucks were rusting side of the road abandoned trucks. While I like old trucks I do have to wonder how many of these they manage to sell. You can get an idea of the thing by l

[old-chevy-truck] Anyone in texas looking to do the pumpkin swap?

2006-01-06 Thread Dan Robinson
Saw a potential donor for you 3600 truckers cheap on Craigs list in Tomball (north west houston) Owner is not sure of the gear ratio but currently worth a look if you are nearby http://houston.craigslist.org/car/123042978.html Dan [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: You -ARE- Crazy

2005-12-23 Thread Dan Robinson
Yes. The antibiotics were most likely a waste of time, unless you are a long term heavy smoker. Likely worthwhile to visit the doc and make sure it was nothing worse. Docs are under huge pressures to keep patients happy and that often means doing what the patient wants even if they know it is

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: You -ARE- Crazy

2005-12-23 Thread Dan Robinson
As a doctor let me tell you that the craziest thing you may be doing is taking antibiotics for bronchitis. Most of what is called bronchitis is viral and antibiotics do not help for that. The most commonly used antibiotic for bronchitis is likely Zithromax. A study was done comparing zirthoma

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Wiper Solution

2005-12-12 Thread Dan Robinson
www.wiperman.com , Ficken Wiper Service 132 Calvert Ave West Babylon, NY 11704 (631)587-3332 M-F 9-5 EST (fax)661-9125 PS: Got a guy going to see me in the next week looking to buy our truck. Due to lack of time and other interests I may be saying good bye shortly. I will be sure t

[old-chevy-truck] Dream car auction in Houston

2005-12-08 Thread Dan Robinson
There is a major auto auction in Houston this weekend (Friday-Sat) http://www.kruse.com/auctions/houston05/inventory.asp?AUC_CODE=HOUSTON05 even includes some vintage chevy trucks. But for some real fun look at some of the other items. Dan [Non-text portions of this message have been rem

Re: [old-chevy-truck] parts needed

2005-11-30 Thread Dan Robinson
I hope you can view this but it is from another forum http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=174327 Dan - Original Message - From: "Jeff Lauber" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2005 5:54 PM Subject: [old-chevy-truck] parts needed >I need the following

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Need to change email address!

2005-11-22 Thread Dan Robinson
If you are logged into yahoo (Your yahoo ID) go to http://groups.yahoo.com/ click manage click my email preferences and then add your newemail address Then go back to http://groups.yahoo.com/mygroups and click edit my groups and change the groups to the email address you just added.

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: One Step Forward , Two Steps Back

2005-10-31 Thread Dan Robinson
If you come on I 10 through Houston drop me a line and we might even be willing to put you up for a night as we have a few spare bedrooms Dan vwnate1 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: O.K. , my brother is the trip master this time out so I dunno where we'll be passing through Texas but that sounds n

RE: [old-chevy-truck] how to subscribe

2005-08-18 Thread Dan Robinson
Many of these group you now have to be approved by the list owner and that can take a day or two. If you can post I think you are subscribed. You can also change your subscriptions to get no emails, daily digests, special notices, or every individual email as it is posted. Dan "Lowery, Jim"

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Carburetor help

2005-08-15 Thread Dan Robinson
This manual was put out by chevy in 1959 on carbs, not exactly your year but I bet it helps http://chevy.tocmp.com/UM900/index.htm It does have a few pages on the Rochesters brynzadrine <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hey guys,I need some help. I have a 235ci motor (that came from a 58') in my 52'

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Help - Spare Tire Carrier (under bed)

2005-08-14 Thread Dan Robinson
This link may be of some help http://www.chevytrucks.org/tech/spare_tire_carrier.htm That site has lots of help, to see the list go here http://www.chevytrucks.org/tech/ ROBERT CRAM <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Ken, if you receive any pictures, would you please forward a copy to me. I'm going to

[old-chevy-truck] Re: [Old_ChevroletGMCTrucks] Chevy HHR modeled after 1949 Suburban

2005-07-19 Thread Dan Robinson
r Classic Trucks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: this is for an Ebay auction Robert Baird Ft. Worth Texas 1954 Chevrolet 1/2 Ton P/U http://webpages.charter.net/bairdr/RobertsTruck.htm 1960 Ford Falcon Sedan 1926 Ford 1 Ton TT Trucks Stack Bed 1923 Ford T Bucket P/U 1/4 ton With a Mouse Motor

[old-chevy-truck] Chevy HHR modeled after 1949 Suburban

2005-07-19 Thread Dan Robinson
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1990-diesel-RV-new-ac-heat-bus-conversion-A_W0QQitemZ4563050930QQcategoryZ50056QQtcZphotoQQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Above is a link to an article on MSN about the new 2006 HHR. To view the link paste both lines of type in your browser. Nice to see that

Re: [old-chevy-truck] radio and heater

2005-07-15 Thread Dan Robinson
If the radio is not worth restoring, I need a back off one. Dan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Al, The radios go for $200+ on eBay, the better the cosmetics the higher the $. A working/restored one will go for $400-675. Heaters varied a lot depending on condition (working/not and if you have all com

Re: [old-chevy-truck] 55-9 TF brackets

2005-07-05 Thread Dan Robinson
There was a guy trying to sell one on another board. Try this link and see if it is near you. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php3?t=161971 #1 06-28-2005, 01:28 PM GREENBEAN vbmenu_register("postmenu_1311526", true); Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: BOTHELL W

Re: [old-chevy-truck] 4.10:1 gears for 3/4 ton

2005-07-04 Thread Dan Robinson
Mightr have been me. I will send you some phots off list. Dan Will & Merrisa Nelle <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Some time ago I recall someone posting a message that they had a set of 4.10:1 gears for a 67-72 3/4 ton rear end (sometimes referred to as the HO72). Are these still available? I picked

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: pre-mixed coolant

2005-06-28 Thread Dan Robinson
It may be the case that many people can not do the math that is needed to add the 1:1 ratio. Have you seen a kid at the checkout stand try to make change without the aid of a cash register or calculator? Dan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > I was trying to get antifreeze in the grocery store > yest

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: '41 'COE' Truck

2005-06-25 Thread Dan Robinson
About 10 miles from me in Tomball Texas there is a shop that has three AD COE trucks. I keep wanting to go visit them and talk to the owner but so far I have never found the time. Dan bryan45777 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: RE: They a-r-e very unique! --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, Ed M

[old-chevy-truck] Back from the swap meet

2005-06-05 Thread Dan Robinson
This weekend we decided to visit the Texas Hill Country and see the Boerne Swap Meet. It was a small meet in the fairgrounds. We did not see any of the big vendors or much old truck stuff but it was still a success for us. I found an original fresh air heater that per the seller is working and

[old-chevy-truck] poison ivy

2005-05-24 Thread Dan Robinson
with a few simple measures and the lack of knowledge that the parents show by their questions is amazing. Dan Robinson MD Jonathan Leishear <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Thanks for all the advice. I'll use whatever oven I scrounge in a separate bldg. and I now know the gas oven is no g

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Looking for Mothertrucker in AZ?

2005-05-23 Thread Dan Robinson
You can also find him posting items for sale on ebay. Got one of those tire carriers that people ask for on this list from time to time. http://motors.search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZmothertruckertrucks My father in law was visiting this weekend and while he has long ago abandoned the idea of keepin

RE: [old-chevy-truck] how much should I have to pay????

2005-05-19 Thread Dan Robinson
My 2 cents is jump on it or you may end up doing what I did. Pay $250 for a set and then pay nearly $300 to get it to you from Canada. Dan "Lowery, Jim" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Jeff, my $.02... Is it nearby, and, how hard have you looked for one? Factor in the potential expense of finding o

[old-chevy-truck] If you ever wanted to list or buy something on ebay do it Tuesday

2005-05-09 Thread Dan Robinson
They are having a sale on listing fees so if you ever wanted to list something do it Tuesday. Also if you are looking for anything there is likely to be n increase in listings thanks to the sale. For details this was on thier announcement pageeBay Motors Parts and Accessories 1 Day 50ยข Inserti

Re: [old-chevy-truck] 1955 1st series

2005-05-03 Thread Dan Robinson
Rare is a relative term. On this list it is not rare. You may see one at most truck shows and a couple of AD trucks at most any old car/truck show. Congratulations on your find and have fun bringing it back to its former glory. Even if you do not fully restore it have fun with your truck. I

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Rear end Swap

2005-05-01 Thread Dan Robinson
If it does not have the 4.10 gears. Take the pumkin and use my extra gears. I can get you my extra pair of 4:10 gears I purchased before I found a complete pumpkin. They are in great shape I have photos and can sell them to you at my cost + postage. Dan bryooha <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: He

Re: Re: [old-chevy-truck] Poll/database

2005-04-27 Thread Dan Robinson
For that I would suggest the database feature I had setup one of these for names of trucks http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/old-chevy-truck/database?method=reportRows&tbl=2 Dan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Full agreement. Mine is still in some pieces. Also, it would be kinda intresting to see who

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Heater Cutoff Valve

2005-04-24 Thread Dan Robinson
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&tc=photo&rd=1&item=4543757464 Shows what the original valve for the free air heater looks like. Dan - Original Message - From: "Ed Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Sunday, April 24, 2005 12:53 PM Subject: Re: [old-chevy-truck

[old-chevy-truck] Car auction in Houston

2005-04-23 Thread Dan Robinson
For those that are not going to the Dallas area swap meet next weekend or just looking for something else to do that same weekend in Texas there is a major auto auction and show in the Houston area. I only saw one chevy truck in the auction but the catalogue is downloadable and shows some high

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re:OT Cordless phone???

2005-04-13 Thread Dan Robinson
Get the uniden power max 5.8 ghz system. First phone I owned that I love! You can adjust the volume so that "older" folks that listened to too much rock and roll in their younger days can hear people. It also has an intercom feature. We have five of the handsets (you can add up to 10) When

Re: [old-chevy-truck] 46 1/2 ton spare tire mount

2005-04-11 Thread Dan Robinson
This site looks promising http://www.chevytrucks.org/tech/spare_tire_carrier.htm Dan coolie2448 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Does anybody know what the underbed spare tire mount looks like? All i have is the part that bolts to the bed and nothing else. I believe something slides into this part

[old-chevy-truck] Another Pumpkin found me. Attention 3/4 ton truckers looking for 4.10

2005-04-08 Thread Dan Robinson
A few weeks back I posted a want it now post on ebay for a 67 to 72 pumkin for a gm or chevy 3/4 ton truck in hopes of upgrading to a faster pumkin. In the interim I found one in Canada and have it in hand. so if anyone is looking to upgarade this one looks like a good deal http://cgi.ebay.c

Re: [old-chevy-truck] spare tire locks

2005-04-06 Thread Dan Robinson
ut 1/3 that web site price, but I considered myself lucky when I got it, even 4 years ago-they are very rare. Have only seen 2 others in 20+ years. Regards, Doug Pewterbaugh Denton, TX [EMAIL PROTECTED] 940-382-4538 Cell 940-453-0418 49 3104 216 5-window - Original Message ----- From: "D

[old-chevy-truck] spare tire locks

2005-04-06 Thread Dan Robinson
Were these used just on the underbed spare tires or were they also used on the side mounted spares? I had purchased one and have yet been able to figure out a way to install it on my side mounted spare. One sold for a high cost today on that auction site. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e

RE: [old-chevy-truck]Canopy Express was gas tank in cab

2005-04-06 Thread Dan Robinson
I only recently learned what a conopy express truck was. I bet there are others on the list that are unfamiliar with this type of truck. steve could you take a second and tell everyone what a canopy express is. Can you point us to some photos of them? Thanks for the seat belt update. Dan

[old-chevy-truck] What is so special about a 261?

2005-03-31 Thread Dan Robinson
I get the feeling that a 261 is like the Holy Grail. Ok, can someone tell me what makes it so desirable? Is it just bigger is better or is there something much more? Dan "JONES, ALLEN" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Better make sure the casting number matches a 261. The valve cover doesn't look

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Rochester Carb service

2005-03-29 Thread Dan Robinson
lots of service manuals for the old carbs on this site http://chevy.tocmp.com/index.htm http://chevy.tocmp.com/Rochester/index.htm Dan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I lost a link for Rochester carb repair that was posted here or on Stovebolt. It was an illustrated service bulletin from the 40's /5

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Rear Housing Spline Bolts

2005-03-29 Thread Dan Robinson
How quickly do you need them? I may have some shortly aaron kuipers <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I should clarify... These are the rear differential splined studs/bolts that attach the rear axle housing to the gear assembly. Harold wrote: Does anyone know where I can get new rear housing spl

[old-chevy-truck] spare tire carriers

2005-03-24 Thread Dan Robinson
On my 1950 3600 the spare tire carrier is mounted on the driver's side. Someone is selling a fender on epay that looks like the well for the spare tire is on the fender of the passenger's side. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&tc=photo&rd=1&item=4538269567 Did they make

Re: [old-chevy-truck] www.oldcarmanual.com

2005-03-22 Thread Dan Robinson
AIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Dan, I found that site too, but I couldn't get any of the links to work. Didn't find one on the whole list that connected. Have you had similar experience? Tom Caperton '47-2nd Series ... in Whiteville, NC [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message -

Re: [old-chevy-truck] www.oldcarmanual.com

2005-03-22 Thread Dan Robinson
here is a similar site devoted to older chevys http://chevy.tocmp.com/index.htm Dan Tom C <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I think I might have posted this link before, but in case I didn't, here's the link to "The Old Car Manual Project".. http://www.oldcarmanual.com/ LOTS of great old car ma

[old-chevy-truck] 1950 sales book with price notations

2005-03-21 Thread Dan Robinson
I got a bit lucky, I think. I just picked up an original sales book and it appears to be the year of my truck 1950. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7142889126 Came coplete with a salesman card for Central Chevrolet, Clare Jacobs of Cleveland Ohio. The prior owner had made

Re: [old-chevy-truck] "gummy old parking brake cables"

2005-03-18 Thread Dan Robinson
Most all the dealers have the half ton but I think out of the four catalogues I had only one had them for the 3/4 ton trucks. If you are unable to find them in the catalogues you have drop me a line and I will look through the ones I have and figure out who I got mine from. Dan Alan Lubow <[

Re: [old-chevy-truck] hub caps

2005-03-15 Thread Dan Robinson
I have a few I can let go cheaply for a 3600. Let me look when Iget home tonight. Will Nelle <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: On the subject of hub caps, I would like to find a set of old, used hub caps for my truck. New, shiny ones would look out of place on my truck since it is not not restored,

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: TF door adjustment

2005-03-15 Thread Dan Robinson
Nate is correct on this one. But for those that have not gotten that far this link might be of help http://www.alanhorvath.com/54chevy/doorlatch.php Found it among a host of fine links here http://www.chevytrucks.org/tech/index.htm A page worth bookmarking. Dan vwnate1 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrot

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Auto Literature Library Thread

2005-03-13 Thread Dan Robinson
Actually it might just be a good conversation to have here anyway. We all know we should have a shop manual and an assembly manual is nice as well, but what are some of you favorite books on old trucks and old autos ? Dan >> >> Hi all, >> >> Sometime back someone on one of the lists started a t

[old-chevy-truck] Parts for sale in the Houston area 235, generator etc

2005-03-11 Thread Dan Robinson
Do not much about the seller but the prices seemed fair. You can view them at http://groups.msn.com/Jons54/itemsforsale.msnw There is a 235 engine, generator 6 volt, 3 speed transmission, driveshat. Dan [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule!

[old-chevy-truck] pumpkin weight

2005-03-07 Thread Dan Robinson
Finally found me someone to sell me a rear end to swap on my truck. Sad news is that he is in Canada and I am in Texas. He has trucker friends that drive to Texas but they go to El Paso and I am in Houston like 800 miles away. Anyway does anyone know how much one of these pumpkins weigh? Dan

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Shows and Swaps?

2005-03-05 Thread Dan Robinson
I find most swaps I go to from this link http://www.hemmings.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/events.main You can search by state and type of event and date range. This is what I found. Looks like you might need to hop to one this weekend. 03/06/05 - 03/06/05 Twenty-Fifth Annual Parts Swap Meet Sou

[old-chevy-truck] Door clang fix

2005-03-04 Thread Dan Robinson
On the board 1947 to 1998 Chevrolet and GMC Pickup meassage board http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php3?t=141188 I found a link that showed how to get rid of the clang when you close your truck doors. http://www.alanhorvath.com/54chevy/doors_quiet.php Has anyone here tried that f

[old-chevy-truck] 3/4 ton pumpkin swap

2005-02-28 Thread Dan Robinson
If someone on this list has done just the 4.10 gear swap and not the enire pumpkin swap can you drop me a note offlist at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dan [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, jus

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Heater valve for sale.

2005-02-18 Thread Dan Robinson
See attached photos. I honestly think it was never used in a car/truck but as you can see it got wet and there is some rust. I cleaned of the oxidation from the copper part. vwnate1 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I'll take it ! is it for an AD ? or a TF ? I need an AD one . -Nate Dan wrote: >

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Heater valve for sale.

2005-02-18 Thread Dan Robinson
Anyone in need of a valve. Contact me offlist at [EMAIL PROTECTED] for some photos. I purchased one and later found out for the type of heater I had it realy did not require one. It was new old stock but shows some rust and corrosion from sitting on the shelf so long. I am asking what I pai

[old-chevy-truck] horn buttons

2005-02-17 Thread Dan Robinson
tored hood/trunk emblems on $100,000.00 46-48 Chrysler Town & Country sedans and convertibles. Regards, Rodger.--- Dan Robinson wrote: > all was fine I mentioned it on a list I subscribe to > and looks like another guy would like to consider > your services might I send your email

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Horn button restoration

2005-02-17 Thread Dan Robinson
There is alot of pride and satisfaction in doing a great job yourself, but I am sure glad I spent $20 or it would have never gotten done. "JONES, ALLEN" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: First, remove any high spots in the imperfections or pits; this will make things easier down the road. I never use s

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Horn button restoration

2005-02-17 Thread Dan Robinson
horn button? If it's re-chromed AND repainted, that's a great deal. TIA for the info. Tom Caperton '47-2nd Series ... in Whiteville, NC [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: "Dan Robinson" To: Sent: Wednesday, February 16, 2005 10:39 PM Subject: Re: [old-chevy

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Grape Soda and horn button restoration

2005-02-16 Thread Dan Robinson
Mountain Dew recently put out a limited version called Pitch Black. It is a fairly good grape soda. Got a few 6 packs from the dollar store and my SWMBO took them all from me. It is great to make someone happy for just a few bucks. And now to make my post on topic! I recently got my horn bu

[old-chevy-truck] door latch

2005-01-27 Thread Dan Robinson
My inlaws tell me your parts are in the mail [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

[old-chevy-truck] Homie Rollerz Truck models

2005-01-15 Thread Dan Robinson
For those that collect models of Chevy trucks this might be one that you do not see at your usual outlets. It is a Homie Rollerz 51 Chevy pick up show winner. Not as stock as most of us would prefer but still fun to see all the trim and unusual paint job on it. I was able to find a couple of

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Heater Wanted

2005-01-11 Thread Dan Robinson
I have one you can have but it leaks. Only asking postage. Dan Kenneth Cluley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Guys I've not been successful in my search for an AD heater for my 3100. Seen some on e*** but none that I trusted. If anyone has one for sale I'm interested. Don't care if it's a recirc

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: List rules: was: Hopefully everyone saw this item on ebay...

2004-12-30 Thread Dan Robinson
As folks might guess I have a different opinion from many folks on this list when it comes to ebay. I think it is useful to point out unusual item so we may learn what things are out there and what they are worth on the open market. If there is a fine rare item out there I would rather see it

[old-chevy-truck] Off Topic, Did you see the deer in the paper?

2004-12-28 Thread Dan Robinson
I am not a hunter, but damn, did you see the deer that was so famous that its death made the newspaper today. http://www.chron.com/cs/CDA/ssistory.mpl/nation/2967471 http://realindy.com/goliath.htm Dan [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: A little Christmas laughter

2004-12-26 Thread Dan Robinson
For those that missed it click on the links on the bottom of your page for some nice photos of trucks and nice cars. - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Sunday, December 26, 2004 2:32 PM Subject: Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: A little Christmas laughter > > no Christm

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Pumkins

2004-12-24 Thread Dan Robinson
While I have a 3/4 ton is there a similar option for the 1/2 ton trucks Dan dave <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: 67-72 MOST ARE 4:10, VERY RARE 3.73 -Original Message- From: t80c26 [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 22, 2004 3:59 PM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com Subje

[old-chevy-truck] If you are looking for some cheap parts check out these

2004-12-09 Thread Dan Robinson
I know we are not to talk too much about ebay but this guy has some deals that I bet someone here is looking for: lesmech72 is his seller id on eBay I did not realize that very many AD trucks made it to Hawaii but check out his auctions http://motors.search.ebay.com/_W0QQgotopageZ1QQsassZles

Re: [old-chevy-truck] License Plate

2004-12-06 Thread Dan Robinson
How to search for tags. Go to the auction site. In the search bar paste the following information adjusting for your year and state: (1956,56) (Texas, TX, TEX) (Plate*, Tag*) Dan [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an

RE: [old-chevy-truck] License Plate

2004-12-06 Thread Dan Robinson
Also in Texas you may use passenger or truck plates on your truck. Dan "Lowery, Jim" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Jon, Texas will require two. Jim R. Lowery, 1952 Chevy 1/2 ton, Deluxe cab Abilene, Texas -Original Message- From: Jonathan Leishear [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday,

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Photo Error

2004-12-04 Thread Dan Robinson
last time this happened it was because we had uploaded more photos than yahoo allows for the group. A list owner or administrator will have to remove a few to get us functional again. Since we all like to look at photos, when this last happened I started another yahoo group just for photos.

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Parts trucks

2004-11-18 Thread Dan Robinson
I may regret this but for you folks that watch and bid on ebay there are some great programs for last second bidding that work very well. The one I use is free if you do not use it often and not too expensive even if you get full service. I love it as it places the bid while I am working so I

[old-chevy-truck] Window regulators

2004-11-06 Thread Dan Robinson
Any of you guys got a pair of window regulators for a 3100 51 - 53 you could part with for a reasonable amount? Dan [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 PR

[old-chevy-truck] spare tire locks

2004-11-02 Thread Dan Robinson
I managed to obtain one of these recently on ebay. Were these used on the 3/4 ton trucks with the side mounted spares? If not, were they used on the 3100s? If they were not used on the 3600s I suspect I know what my father-in-law is getting for Christmas. Dan [Non-text portions of this me

RE: [old-chevy-truck] 3.90:1 ring and pinion for 3/4 ton trucks

2004-10-31 Thread Dan Robinson
If you are interested I will send it to you. Nothing fancy at all, but show you the possibilities with different gear ratios. Will Nelle Longview, TX '51 & '53 3600 Chevy -Original Message- From: Dan Robinson [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, October 31, 2004 10:15 PM

Re: [old-chevy-truck] 3.90:1 ring and pinion for 3/4 ton trucks

2004-10-31 Thread Dan Robinson
So what is he charging? I was thinking of doing the rearend thingy but have hit a snag. The seller will not give me a shipping total. http://www.rearman.com/truck.htm Is it better to go 4.10 or 3.90? Dan - Original Message - From: "Will & Merrisa Nelle" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAI

Re: [old-chevy-truck] FOR SALE MY Z-49 =; (

2004-10-31 Thread Dan Robinson
So sorry to hear of your situation. I am a pediatrician and I must assume that is not a kind of cancer kids get as I am not aware of that type. I tried doing a websearch and found something called Merkel Cell. If there is anything I or anyone can do please let us know. When I read your n

Fw: [old-chevy-truck] wiper motor question

2004-09-20 Thread Dan Robinson
Here is some info I was sent and saved. Let me know how it goes. Dan - Original Message - From: "Lowery, Jim" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Tuesday, June 08, 2004 1:56 PM Subject: RE: [old-chevy-truck] wiper motor question > Dan, I don't know but you could phone up

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Reflectors

2004-09-14 Thread Dan Robinson
I found some cheap simple reflectors at FLAPS (Freindly local auto parts store for any newbies to the list). Anyway after I put them in the holes in my tailgate, my wife wanted to know why the heck I did that. I explained I did not like the holes in the tailgate and they surely must have been