Re: [old-chevy-truck] flywheel removal

2011-09-30 Thread Daron Nettles
Wow, I'm getting soo old I see the word flywheel and think harmonic balancer. Maybe I shouldnt reply to any posts ever againMy wife was right, 50 is the new 80. Daron --- On Fri, 9/30/11, Daron Nettles wrote: From: Daron Nettles Subject: Re: [old-chevy-truck] flywheel remov

Re: [old-chevy-truck] flywheel removal

2011-09-30 Thread Daron Nettles
Mark it anyway before you take it off.  although there should be one key way slot, my luck there would be two.  Daron --- On Thu, 9/29/11, Ken Wagner wrote: From: Ken Wagner Subject: [old-chevy-truck] flywheel removal To: "old chevy truck" Date: Thursday, September 29, 2011, 1:34 PM  

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re : Is this gearbox noise normal?

2011-09-04 Thread Daron Nettles
clutch thrust bearing would be easy to fix. if only things were that easy --- On Sat, 9/3/11, Nate wrote: From: Nate Subject: [old-chevy-truck] Re : Is this gearbox noise normal? To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com Date: Saturday, September 3, 2011, 11:43 AM   It's hard to say without h

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: 265 V-8 in an AD?

2011-06-03 Thread Daron Nettles
than a machine shop rebuild on the 265 usually. There is enough space for any 283-305-307-327-350 SBC in an AD truck even using a long water pump. Just my Thoughts, Walt --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, Daron Nettles wrote: > > Is a 265 V8 a good choice for a 51 AD.  I know a s

[old-chevy-truck] 265 V-8 in an AD?

2011-05-31 Thread Daron Nettles
Is a 265 V8 a good choice for a 51 AD.  I know a stovebolt is the best choice, but I have never seen a 265 or any other fromt mount V-8 in any AD. Was wondering if it was cramped and what it was matched to.  Daron --- On Sun, 5/29/11, getalife wrote: From: getalife Subject: [old-chevy-truck]

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Garage

2011-04-25 Thread Daron Nettles
Set the air compressor up outside,  good size exhaust fan. ( I used a 2 1/2 ton ac and had it set up not to recirculate if needed), I like peg board, outside storage for flamables,  I've seen a lot of good ideas!!! here.   --- On Fri, 4/22/11, McNulty, Bob wrote: From: McNulty, Bob Subject: [

Re: [old-chevy-truck] dual master cylinder

2010-08-24 Thread Daron Nettles
It wouldnt let me copy and paste the posts, sorry I will send it directly to you email --- On Tue, 8/24/10, Daron Nettles wrote: From: Daron Nettles Subject: Re: [old-chevy-truck] dual master cylinder To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com Date: Tuesday, August 24, 2010, 6:19 AM   the

Re: [old-chevy-truck] dual master cylinder

2010-08-24 Thread Daron Nettles
the posts below are a collection from when I put discs on my 51.  they are in reverse order.   My biggest problem was getting the caliper bracket straight on the spindle. (One of my spindles had a little damage and was off a little. I had to shim it quite a bit.) &n [Non-text portions of this m

Re: [old-chevy-truck] 38 Chevy truck ad in texas

2010-08-17 Thread Daron Nettles
Sorry the link only takes you so far, you would have to choose either to use the  search for 1938 chevy or narrow it down from the drop downs to see ad and truck pics. --- On Tue, 8/17/10, Daron Nettles wrote: From: Daron Nettles Subject: [old-chevy-truck] 38 Chevy truck ad in texas To: old

[old-chevy-truck] 38 Chevy truck ad in texas

2010-08-17 Thread Daron Nettles
Thought someone may be interested in this.  It is located in texas just ouside of houston on Hwy 59 close to bush intercontinental airport in Humble texas. Daron   http://www.southeasttexas.com/autos/search_results.cfm [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Re: [old-chevy-truck] The Loss

2010-08-17 Thread Daron Nettles
Thought someone may be interested in this.  It is located in texas just ouside of houston on Hwy 59 close to bush intercontinental airport in Humble texas. Daron   http://www.southeasttexas.com/autos/search_results.cfm [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] --

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: drive away ready

2010-08-06 Thread Daron Nettles
Finish it before you get married... its your last chance.    I have 15" 235 70's on chrome babby-moon rims.  on origional height suspension.  I like it but kinda wish the tires were taller. If you truck is lowered any it would look perfect. (my Opinion) take a look at the group pics mine

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Starter

2010-07-27 Thread Daron Nettles
My 52  AD truck with origional drive train  was like that the whole time I had it. ( had always thought it was normal}  Now my new 51 has a 59' drive train. D --- On Sun, 7/25/10, corval...@peoplepc.com wrote: From: corval...@peoplepc.com Subject: RE: [old-chevy-truck] Starter To: old-chevy-t

Re: [old-chevy-truck] tow hitch to bolt onto my 1948

2008-08-02 Thread Daron Nettles
Roy - Original Message - From: Daron Nettles To: old-chevy-truck@ yahoogroups. com Sent: Monday, July 09, 2007 7:13 AM Subject: Re: [old-chevy-truck] update on trailer Hitch I have a 1/2 ton will it work with my truck Not sure if the measurements are the same. any thoughts? Daron PS

RE: [old-chevy-truck] 3 phase power??

2008-01-09 Thread Daron Nettles
@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Daron Nettles Sent: Wednesday, January 09, 2008 8:52 AM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [old-chevy-truck] 3 phase power?? I forgot to say that you need to mark your High leg so if you hook it back up later it get put back in

Re: [old-chevy-truck] 3 phase power??

2008-01-09 Thread Daron Nettles
) Daron Nettles <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: OR. its only money leave it alone. Daron ( thats really what i would do but Im lazy) Daron Nettles <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Do not have them remove the 3 phase service (or Cable line-wire) to the barn: As that will cost about

Re: [old-chevy-truck] 3 phase power??

2008-01-09 Thread Daron Nettles
OR. its only money leave it alone. Daron ( thats really what i would do but Im lazy) Daron Nettles <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Do not have them remove the 3 phase service (or Cable line-wire) to the barn: As that will cost about 3 hundred if you or new owner or renter wa

Re: [old-chevy-truck] 3 phase power??

2008-01-09 Thread Daron Nettles
Do not have them remove the 3 phase service (or Cable line-wire) to the barn: As that will cost about 3 hundred if you or new owner or renter wants it later. The cost of re installing the extra transformer on the pole is over 400 bucks, more if your projected power cunsumption is predicted to b

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: I am using LOTS of oil... ????? WOW.. 4 quarts in 200 miles!!

2007-11-19 Thread Daron Nettles
I'm not having a problem but I learned alot. Thanks again for all the info that gets passed around. Good Post! Daron Jeffrey Pohlar <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Dave, its very likely and also quite common for the the piston rings to be doing a fair job of providing a reasonable compr

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Enclosed Car Hauler

2007-10-01 Thread Daron Nettles
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 3:53 gear or better you will probably be able to do 60mph. I would want to at least pull the trailer empty find a hill and see how it d

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Origianl 6V fuel gauge works OK with 12 volt conversion?

2007-09-05 Thread Daron Nettles
I do know if you dont do something and you hit it with 12v. it will never work again,.15 bucks is not much compaired to the cost to replace the gauge. dave austin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I beleive this was brought up before on this and other forums. I converted my original 6 volt s

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Shows and judging

2007-07-27 Thread Daron Nettles
attention to it and some stanchions around the truck, an old gas can and oil can of the same era, display that jack, old tropheys. daron Daron Nettles <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: There are different classes in how you enter your truck. original, driven daily, custom/rod, and I think

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Shows and judging

2007-07-27 Thread Daron Nettles
There are different classes in how you enter your truck. original, driven daily, custom/rod, and I think there is another one or two. pick one and build your truck to match that catagory. I like it when the have an original/driven daily catagory to itself. The biggest joy is just to meet oth

Re: [old-chevy-truck] update on trailer Hitch - more

2007-07-09 Thread Daron Nettles
ht you have then call REESE's tech support. That is what I did and they were very helpful. Roy - Original Message - From: Daron Nettles To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, July 09, 2007 7:13 AM Subject: Re: [old-chevy-truck] update on trailer Hitch I have a 1/2 ton

Re: [old-chevy-truck] update on trailer Hitch

2007-07-09 Thread Daron Nettles
I have a 1/2 ton will it work with my truck Not sure if the measurements are the same. any thoughts? Daron PS it would be nice to update your photo folder with a pic of it if you would. rmarks10 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Well, I got it, installed it and it appears to work jes' fin

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Help with moving

2007-06-19 Thread Daron Nettles
Jeff, there is something about portland oregon that suprised me when I lived there for one year. I am from and currently live on the coast in texas at the lousiana border and also watch rust form, build and grow. I went to a buddies house on the west side of portland in the hills and he had a

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Trailer hitch

2007-06-05 Thread Daron Nettles
I want one too, Has anyone made one that looks good or hidden? I would like to see a pic or better plans. I had a bolt on that fit the stock bumper on my old 52 but I sold it with the truck long ago. It was shaped to fit 2 peice that went around the face of the bumper and lapped over the

Re: *Possible SPAM* Re: [old-chevy-truck] replacement rear end size

2007-01-16 Thread Daron Nettles
rear. Lee [Lee's '54] ----- Original Message - From: Daron Nettles To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 10:14 AM Subject: *Possible SPAM* Re: [old-chevy-truck] replacement rear end size Thanks Mask, I just ass-umed that he used the same rearend as came wit

Re: [old-chevy-truck] replacement rear end size

2007-01-16 Thread Daron Nettles
arend which looks just a few inches wider. I was wondering what 6 lug rear end would have stock width that isnt an enclosed shaft type? Daron Nettles 51 1/2 ton __ Check out the new AOL. Most comprehensive set of free safety and security too

RE: [old-chevy-truck] heater question

2007-01-16 Thread Daron Nettles
Thanks, Mike -Original Message- From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Daron Nettles Sent: Monday, January 15, 2007 5:31 PM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [old-chevy-truck] heater question Mine run to a clamp on the fender well that hold

Re: [old-chevy-truck] heater question

2007-01-15 Thread Daron Nettles
Mine run to a clamp on the fender well that holds both under the same metal clamp. A piece of metal with 2 humps and a bold in the middle. Daron Mike Burns <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I realize that this is a knit picky sort of question, but, I like to try to do things as correctly as I

RE: [old-chevy-truck] AD CUP HOLDER

2006-12-28 Thread Daron Nettles
Growing up the only time my Parents and grand parents drank coffee while driving, My mom or grandmother would pour just an inch out of the thermos into the cap. The only thing close to a cup holder is the glovebox door. Why dont we take an old magnet out of a speaker and attach it to a cheap c

Re: [old-chevy-truck] "Overload Springs"

2006-10-29 Thread Daron Nettles
Answers my question. I understand, and will start saving up for new ones. Thanks for taking the time to answer my post. Daron. Bill Yanish <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I added extra shocks on my truck It was done originaly by a shop in las vegas he added small brakets that attache eas

Re: [old-chevy-truck] overload spring brackets

2006-10-22 Thread Daron Nettles
My PO had 3 leaves removed to lower the truck a little and I cant haul over 450lbs now. Im thinking of putting an overload set up as well and am interested in any pics. thanks Daron ccpanel <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: does anyone have a truck with overload spring brackets? i am loo

Re: [old-chevy-truck] which motors swap

2006-08-26 Thread Daron Nettles
I have a 59 235 in my 51. all you need to do is use the 59 flywheel and starter with your upgrade and everyone would suggest for you to use the "short shaft"water pump along with it. I have not done that yet and I am taking a chance on ruining my radiator. My PO did the swap on my truck a

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

2006-07-12 Thread Daron Nettles
I was wondering the same thing. Daron rc356s <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi Guys, I am interested in adding an A/C system to my 50 1/2 ton truck with a 235. Has anyone on the list added A/C to a inline six motor. I have looked at some of the vintage A/C places and most of the product are

Re: [old-chevy-truck] 54 3800 Panel for sale

2006-07-10 Thread Daron Nettles
. in Whiteville, NC [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Daron Nettles To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, July 09, 2006 4:27 PM Subject: Re: [old-chevy-truck] 54 3800 Panel for sale Casey. I myself am a caretaker for my son who had a stroke and I admire your helping him. Stroke

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Diagnosing gas gauge problems

2006-07-10 Thread Daron Nettles
I get _all_ the funky electrical problems it seems , now I've gone and bought an old Mercedes with electrical gremlins in both the electronic fuel injection -and- the ignition system.. Sheesh . -Nate Daron wrote: > > > Well said Nate. > > Daron Nettles > 51 3100 > v

Re: [old-chevy-truck] 54 3800 Panel for sale

2006-07-09 Thread Daron Nettles
Casey. I myself am a caretaker for my son who had a stroke and I admire your helping him. Stroke survivors are still people and they all need outside help it is a great moral booster for them just to know someone cares. I know God will bless you. Daron fffinc_casey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Diagnosing gas gauge problems

2006-07-09 Thread Daron Nettles
Well said Nate. Daron Nettles 51 3100 vwnate1 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: O.K. , it's a very basic system but you gotta check it out in the correct order or you'll chase your tail foever so here goes : Remove the sender lead from the sender on the fuel tank a

Re: [old-chevy-truck] New gas gauge problems

2006-07-08 Thread Daron Nettles
the old style gauge at full 30 ohms if your new unit is lets say 90 ohms at full; you will need to bend the float arm so that at the full position you are reading 30 ohms, ( bend the float up a few inches from the pivot) It will not read the level true though, as you reach 1/2 a tank you wil

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Rubber Suppliers

2006-06-05 Thread Daron Nettles
Thanks Nate, I will spend more money... thanks Daron vwnate1 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I bought a windshiled grommet from Steele Rubber to replace the crappy CD one , it looks very good and passed my " teeth test " . -Nate Daron wrote: > > I also bought the windshield rubber 8 month

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Chevy Duty

2006-06-03 Thread Daron Nettles
I also bought the windshield rubber 8 months ago but havent replaced it yet. Maybe I should return it and get it from steel. Daron Steve Hanberg <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: My experiences with them have NOT been the same as yours. I rarely buy from them anymore. [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.OldSub

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Any idea whats wrong?

2006-05-03 Thread Daron Nettles
Nate, As for parts its the whole engine and trannyfrom a 55, 12v, lever start set up sitting up for 6 years. Thanks for the advice on the breather. I have pulled off the rocker assy. I was thinking of keeping the bell housing back. I really believe the tranny in the truck now went with the dono

RE: [old-chevy-truck] windshield question 1951

2006-04-17 Thread Daron Nettles
Okay, thank you. (I hope precision is not a cheap manufactor) Daron "Jones, Allen" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I did both and so far so good. Allen '50 3100 -Original Message- From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Daron Sent: Monday, April 17, 2

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Carbs, 235 vs. 216?

2006-04-06 Thread Daron Nettles
I have a 55' 235 engine and tranny on a utility trailer I am going to strip and throw away, let me know if you want something off of it. the carb is a Rochester. Gary Perry <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Bases are different width across mount studs, won't bolt down or fit on newer 235. You can use

[old-chevy-truck] leaf spring options

2006-03-06 Thread Daron Nettles
Why are JC Whitless springs 100 per spring and Chevy Duty 209 per spring? I want to get by cheap but dont want to make a mistake if there is something wrong with them. Daron vwnate1 wrote: Since they sit evenly & no broken leaves , it's not a matter of safety , it's a matter of ride he

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Springs

2006-03-04 Thread Daron Nettles
Why are JC Whitless springs 100 per spring and Chevy Duty 209 per spring? I want to get by cheap but dont want to make a mistake if there is something wrong with them. Daron vwnate1 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Since they sit evenly & no broken leaves , it's not a matter of safety , it's

Re: [old-chevy-truck] adhesive for weatherstripping

2006-02-27 Thread Daron Nettles
i PUT MY WEATHERSTRIPPING ON 2 years ago with 3-m. I put it on the rubber and where it was going let it film over for 5 minutes then placed it where I wanted it secured the areas that it might want to let loose due to gravity and let it sit for 6 hours, and I have no problem at all. Daron Tom

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Question on 55 235 parts swap

2006-02-20 Thread Daron Nettles
really sounds. My main question was about the flywheel, And I was just curious about the 283 front mount style engine swap. (in case someone gave me one, hyd lifters etc. just asking Thanks for the response. Daron Nettles 22year owner of ad's Jeff Pohlar <[EMAIL PROTECTED

[old-chevy-truck] Question on 55 235 parts swap

2006-02-19 Thread Daron Nettles
I have a 51 3100 with a 58' 235 ignition switch start. My friend gave me his 55' 235 12v set up with a "foot operated starter" I am going to strip the remaining good parts, the transmission,generator and starter. My question is if I use the foot operated starter will I need to replace the fly

Re: [old-chevy-truck] altenators polished?

2005-05-05 Thread Daron Nettles
Get a cheaper one, (aluminum) take it apart, sand it smoothe with 80grit. then 120 and again at 180. Then go buy a buffing wheel for a grinder and the red grey and white polish sticks that go with the polishing kit. you will come out for the same price. and have usefull stuff left over. Daron

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Dual brake mastercylinder

2005-03-29 Thread Daron Nettles
you know how to set it up properly. New vehicle braking ratios are different, but I believe the desired ratio for older cars was 70% front and 30% rear, as the vehicle's weight shifts to the front end as you apply the brakes. Chris 47 loadmaster 53 3100 5wdo 63 2500 4x4 73 2500 cmpr spcl. D

[old-chevy-truck] Dual brake mastercylinder

2005-03-28 Thread Daron Nettles
I am wanting to replace the origional master cylinder. I am thinking of a dual master cylinder Disc/drum. It is required to use a proportional valve with it. My question is; If I install a disc/ drum manual master cylinder. Can I use it with drum to drum and then later if I want to put disc

[old-chevy-truck] Column shifter box

2005-03-28 Thread Daron Nettles
fork to stay up in the first gear ear, or do yall think it wouldnt have mattered since the fork would have to be able to drop to the 2nd and 3rd gear anyway. I may have answered my own question. I'm worried that I may have wasted my money.. Daron Daron Nettles <[EMAIL PROTECTED

[old-chevy-truck] Column shifter box

2005-03-28 Thread Daron Nettles
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[old-chevy-truck] Column shifter box

2005-03-28 Thread Daron Nettles
[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-ch

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: 235 Short shaft WP P/N ?

2005-03-18 Thread Daron Nettles
ion and improve cooling . > > Now , the NAPA part # please.. > > -Nate > Daron wrote: > > > > > > > > I have locked locally a short shaft water pump from napa. > 26.99 It doesnt come with a pully. anyone know what type of > pulley I need to

[old-chevy-truck] archives on short shaft water pump

2005-03-18 Thread Daron Nettles
7 235 that is in a '53 pick-up? Engine has short > shaft water pump installed. Radiator is in stock location. If possible > NAPA or any vendor's numbers would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, > Virgil > p.s. Protect your trucks from the goblins tonight! Daron Nettles <[EMAI

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: 235 Short shaft WP P/N ?

2005-03-18 Thread Daron Nettles
ly. anyone know what type of pulley I need to ask for. Daron Nettles > > > > 51' shortbed 3100 w/ a 55- 62, 235 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

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Rear Fender/Running Board problem

2005-03-17 Thread Daron Nettles
Did you change anything while in the process of assembling or fabricating the bed, bed mounts, frame etc.? Thats all I can think of. I know very little about any difference in 47-53 running boards. when I get home I can take some measurements off my 51 shortbed. Just tell me what you want me t

[old-chevy-truck] Short shaft W/ pump pully

2005-03-17 Thread Daron Nettles
I have locked locally a short shaft water pump from napa. 26.99 It doesnt come with a pully. anyone know what type of pulley I need to ask for. Daron Nettles 51' shortbed 3100 w/ a 55- 62, 235 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy an

Re: [old-chevy-truck] SWMBO Wants to Drive My Truck

2005-03-13 Thread Daron Nettles
My wife and I got married in 82'. In 84 I bought a 52' 3100. She drove it everywhere, We had a kid, I put a seat belt in the center and she continued to drive it. I was impressed. The brakes leaked down a bit so you had to stay prepared to stop by every now and then (real often) you had to

Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Another gas guage question

2005-02-04 Thread Daron Nettles
) and gradually go to empty. When mine is down to 4 gals it is sitting on E. Daron Nettles 51 3100 Chris <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: "fffinc_casey" wrote: > > > > Having replaced the old tank and the float sending unit on my 3800 > > panel, my gas guage g