RE: [old-chevy-truck] Horn

have dual horns, a horn relay is usually used. Positive battery connects to the relay, as well as ground (coming from the steering column). the other connection goes to the horns. Always remember the wire coming from the button is ground. On Tuesday, October 8, 2013 11:05 AM, "Green, S

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Horn

I am I supposed to have a horn relay on and 1952 3600? IF not, how is the wiring supposed to go? Steve 1952 3600 1953 3100

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Cast Iron Powerglide

Powerglide for 6 or 8 cylinder IN GOD I TRUST. HAVE A GREAT DAY [http://us.i1.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/i/mesg/tsmileys2/03.gif] From: "Green, Steven D." mailto:sgr...@ku.edu>> To: "old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com<mailto:old-che

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Cast Iron Powerglide

Off topic but related. Anybody know where I might look for a good case for a cast iron Powerglide? 1951 vintage. Thanks, Steve 1952 3600 1953 3100

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: 3600 Differential

. Sent from the iPad of: Mike Fahrbach On Oct 1, 2013, at 8:08 AM, "Green, Steven D." mailto:sgr...@ku.edu>> wrote: Mike: Drove up there Sept 21, met Ron, and picked up a 4.10 drop out section fro $250. Running good again and at a little less RPM. Thanks for the tip. Steve 195

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: 3600 Differential

: Monday, September 30, 2013 3:20 PM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: 3600 Differential Steve: how no did Manes work out for you? Sent from the iPad of: Mike Fahrbach On Sep 18, 2013, at 10:35 AM, "Green, Steven D." mailto:sgr...@ku.edu>> wro

RE: RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: 3600 Differential

I will give them a call. Thanks, Steve 1952 3600 1953 3100 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of mdfahrb...@gmail.com Sent: Wednesday, September 18, 2013 8:57 AM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: 360

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: 3600 Differential

Anybody in the KC area have a 4.10 Eaton pumpkin (or complete rear end) I could slip in my 1952 3600? I need one bad and would like to get it fixed this week. I am in Lawrence, KS. Thanks, Steve 1952 3600 1953 3100

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Wiring Harness Recommendations ??

I also used the Chevy Duty Classic Parts wiring. My only issue was I spent so long assembling the truck, a couple of the numbered stickers came loose in the Kansas heat before I got it wired. If they are still the same harness, there will be splices under the cab for taillights, brake lights

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: 3600 Torque Tube Leak

After many years, I finally got my 1952 3600 on the road. I've driven it about 25 miles. Noticed a big leak at the rear of the torque tube section where it changes into a regular drive shaft. Does this require a new OKIE bushing or is there a seal?I did not do any work on this secti

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: How to Put it Back Together

Help! I got my 1952 3600 back from the paint shop on Monday. Now I am struggling to reassemble it. I forgot so much from the disassembly I started back in 2003 but I remember reading about how to do most of what I need to do in this forum. I do have a factory assembly manual. Please remin

RE: [old-chevy-truck] link to aircraft safety wired bolts

Page 80, lower RH corner, of an old Classic Parts catalog I have shows a U-joint bolt and lock clip. Looks like around $8 would buy 2 clips and 4 bolts. Is this lock clip the part or parts being discussed? Steve 1952 3600 1953 3100 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:old-chevy-tru

RE: [old-chevy-truck] was no wheels/ now 1946 Chevy 3/4 ton

If it has brakes and fresh fluids & gasoline, us poor folks just get a friend, hook a chain on it and drag it around with a tractor or another pickup. Have driver of the 46 put it in high gear and engage the clutch to spin the engine and see if it starts.Probably not the safest or smartest

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: RANCO Heater Valve leaking

The old vendor named Chevy Duty, now called Classic Parts Of America, in KCMO, has both rebuild kits and valves already rebuilt for sale. Part number for the exchange, rebuilt valve is 68-105, the seal part no. is 68-191. Steve 52 3600 53 3100 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:old

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: stuck engine

I would say go slow, use GOOD screwdrivers, and if you have one, use your digital camera to document the disassembly. All kits I ever used have a good, detailed exploded view of the carburetor. I am guessing you have a good filter not far upstream from the carb. IF not, add one. Steve 1952

RE: [old-chevy-truck] interior question--windlace tips

I began the dubious task of replacing the cab windlace rubber in my 52 3600. With water and dishsoap I only get about 2 ft installed before it gets impossible to pull. What is the secret? K-Y jelly? Thanks, Steve 1952 3600 1953 3100 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re : Oil Pressure Gauge

n Behalf Of Green, Steven D. Sent: Wednesday, October 10, 2012 8:13 AM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com<mailto:old-chevy-truck%40yahoogroups.com> Subject: RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re : Oil Pressure Gauge My oil pressure gauge is leaking where the line connects to the gauge in the dash. I tig

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re : Oil Pressure Gauge

My oil pressure gauge is leaking where the line connects to the gauge in the dash. I tightened it as tight as I thought was safe and it still drips. It's a 216 and all stock. What should I look for to fix the problem? Steve 1952 3600-the one with the drip 1953 3100 [Non-text portions of th

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: More Radiator Stuff

A little off topic but trying to buy a decent replacement radiator for my 1968 Impala. Ordered 1 from Advance Auto and promptly returned it-fins too weak to withstand impact with a bug, no built-in nuts for attaching the shroud, no access holes for bolting to core support, trans cooler connec

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re : Brake Bleeder Wrenches

After all, who remembers how to spin a 4-way lug wrench, anyway? Steve 1952 3600 1953 3100 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Nate Sent: Monday, July 02, 2012 2:38 PM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com; 126die...@yahoogroups.com Cc:

[old-chevy-truck] Hot 1950 3600

I recently bought a 1950 3600 that burned. The fire was confined to the engine compartment and the heat destroyed everything in the cab. The bed sustained minor damage and that is all I wanted was the bed and rear fenders. >From what I can determine, the engine is an early 261 (54-55) but s

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re : 3/4T Bed Question

Steve: Thanks for sending an opinion I can use. I just don't want this truck to end up looking like the Cadillac in that old Johnny Cash song. I'll be sure to disclose (or tell my kids to disclose) to any future owners that the truck is constructed of foreign and domestic parts of mixed vintag

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re : 3/4T Bed Question

Somewhere in all of this can I assume the bed from a '50 model 3600 will fit my '52 3600 despite all the issues of originality, number of boards in the floor, yada, yada, yada Steve 1952 3600 1953 3100 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:old-chevy-truck@yahoogr

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re : 3/4T Bed Question

d-chevy-truck%40yahoogroups.com> [mailto:old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com<mailto:old-chevy-truck%40yahoogroups.com>] On Behalf Of Green, Steven D. Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2012 3:04 PM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com<mailto:old-chevy-truck%40yahoogroups.com> Subject: RE: [ol

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re : 3/4T Bed Question

Will I have any problem transplanting a 1950 Chevy 3/4T bed onto a 1952 Chevy 3/4T?IF you order new parts, the 52-53 is a different kit than the earlier edition. Is the difference just the number of boards in the floor of the box or is it something that affects fit or height? What do I ne

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: 59 crate motor

And, I see my good friends from Purple Wave Auction service got a plug in there too. Steve 1953 3100 1952 3600 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of corval...@peoplepc.com Sent: Tuesday, November 08, 2011 1:28 PM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogro

RE: [old-chevy-truck] flywheel removal

50 is the new 80, except for currency—where 50 is the new 20. Steve 1953 3100 1952 3600 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Daron Nettles Sent: Friday, September 30, 2011 5:43 AM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [old-chevy-t

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re : Head Service

Thanks for explaining the purpose of the grease. Neat trick. Steve 1952 3600 1953 3100 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Nate Sent: Friday, September 16, 2011 12:59 PM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com Subject: [old-chevy-truck] Re :

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Body Rubber

I checked some prices on Steele products, swallowed hard a couple of times, and decided to have a beer and think it over!!! Just how long can I make the Chinese rubber last if I treat it nice and leave it in the garage for most of its life?? Steve 1952 3600 1953 3100 From: old-chev

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Bed Length

Anybody had any grief finding bed sides for a 3600 series? One local supplier told me the longest bed sides I could get were 86" and my 88-5/8" bed sides were an oddball length and good luck finding them. I called a company called Mack Hils in Missouri and they told me ¾ tons are all 88-5/8"

RE: [old-chevy-truck] engine removal

Ken: Nobody mentioned it, but I would "remove, not cut" the radiator support. I've seen many of these that have had the top bar and cross supports hacked off during an engine transplant. Sometimes their neatly welded back, many times NOT. Steve 1953 3100 1952 3600 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoo

[old-chevy-truck] Wiring Help

I bought a partially finished 3/4ton with a new wiring harness that is partly hooked up. Trouble is I got NO instructions with the truck and cant find any directions in the boxes of parts that came with it. The guy who sold it to me is not the same guy who bought the harness and did the work

RE: [old-chevy-truck] How about a hood?

Anybody close to Lawrence KS got a nice, straight hood for a 1952 3600? I am trying to fix mine and I don't have enough skill to make it look right. Thanks, Steve 1953 3100 1952 3600 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Ole Chevy and

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Interior Paint

I'm ready to paint the interior of the cab on my '53. I got paint codes off a website that called for 27467 PPG or 202-81407 Dupont but my local CARQUEST can't find either code. Does anyone have a current number for the right formula? Also wanting to edge some body parts before reassembling-CQ

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Modern 3/4T Wheels

I recently acquired a partially finished ¾ ton to go with my unfinished ½ ton. The ¾ ton has those dangerous two piece wheels that I would like to replace. I seem to recall a discussion of how to make later model ¾ ton wheels work on the AD trucks. I mounted some tires and tried to use some o

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Rear Ends

I read a tech article some guy wrote on sticking a 1950-1954 Chevy car rear axle (from a powerglide equipped car) underneath a 1946 and older Chevy pickup. He got better highway speeds and 5-bolt axles out of the deal on the cheap. Question: anyone know if this swap will work in a 1947-1953

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Fw: RockAuto Discount Reminder

FYI--NAPA still sells a clutch kit (NCF1104123) for 9-1/8" size and you might save the freight if they can add it on to a stock order for the store. I got mine for less than the Rock Auto list price via a company discount. Steve 1953 3100 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:old-chevy

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re : 216/235/261 HEI Dizzy

I happen to have a 2.8L distributor in my stock of surplus parts. From your note, I get it this is not a home conversion? Steve 1953 3100 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jones, Allen Sent: Sunday, May 08, 2011 9:46 AM To: old-chevy-tr

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: engine wiring harness

Nate: Remind those of us with short memories, what HEI 6 cyl distributor will fit/work in a 235 engine? Is it any GM as long as it goes 1-5-3-6-2-4? Are the diameter, length, gear, and oil pump drive compatible from any GM I-6? Thanks, Steve 1953 3100 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Old Navy Trucks

I remember 3 years ago or so there was a discussion of Old Navy display trucks showing up for sale. One surfaced in my area and looks to have a good front clip, new grille and bumpers. I recall that Nate or someone had commented that some had been hacked up to make them into display models.

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: NEW IN CRATE: 1948 -1954 GM Synchromesh Transmission

Knew farmers who lugged thru the pasture feeding cattle hay off the back of driverless AD trucks Steve 1953 3100 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:old-chevy-tr...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of corval...@peoplepc.com Sent: Friday, September 03, 2010 11:56 AM To: old-chevy-truc

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Transmission kit for 1941 thru 48 Chevrolets

My first car was a '42 Fleetline with vacuum assisted shift. Don't know if that vacuum motor system worked well when it was new but mine was nearly impossible to shift on a subzero day in Kansas. Wish I'd have known there was a conversion to manual? Steve 1953 3100 From: old-chevy-truc

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Torrington Bearings

t;mailto:old-chevy-truck%40yahoogroups.com> ] On Behalf Of Green, Steven D Sent: Thursday, August 26, 2010 1:12 PM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com <mailto:old-chevy-truck%40yahoogroups.com> Subject: RE: [old-chevy-truck] Task Force Front U-Bolt Nut SIZE Please ? Not familiar with this na

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Task Force Front U-Bolt Nut SIZE Please ?

Not familiar with this name. Torrington bearings, did they support or surround the king pins? Steve 1953 3100 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:old-chevy-tr...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Steve Ley Sent: Thursday, August 26, 2010 12:44 PM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: save from crusher

But, remember $450 Canadian is only $431.37 (today) in US dollars.. Steve 1953 3100 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:old-chevy-tr...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Brian Gray Sent: Monday, August 16, 2010 4:54 PM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [old-chevy

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: 6 V Battery Questions

Nate: OK, I have to ask. Why do you suggest dumping the clutch when push starting? Isn't that more likely to damage the clutch disk? Steve 1953 3100 From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:old-chevy-tr...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Nate Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2010 4:19 P

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Top End Oiling

Geez: I've seen those little plugs in the 235 heads for years and never knew what they were good for. (Remember some Y-block Fords with top oiler kits added that required the supply line be slipped in under the valve cover, which always looked like a poor solution.) Seems Nate has probably forgo

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Company selling 235 on Web

I can't worry about learning Latin since I obviously never learned to read English all that well. I ass-umed the motor was "rebuilt" but as Nate correctly pointed out, the listing did NOT say "rebuilt or remanufactured." Later in the day, I saw where someone apparently had bought the engine for

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Company selling 235 on Web

To: 235 Wisemen: Does anyone know the company Fliteline that is advertising a 1953 rebuilt 235 longblock on that nameless site on the web? item=130182313784 What is the reputation of the s

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Two 261's in NE Kansas

Jeff: I am in Lawrence and would be interested in more info about those 261 engines. Thanks Steve Green From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jeff Hanson Sent: Monday, November 19, 2007 12:06 AM To: old-chevy-truck@ya

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Tire Jack, Lug wrench

I believe I have one of these tool sets??? But found it in the trunk of my wife's, uncle's '68 Impala with other assorted (I thought) junk. Fortunately I kept it intact. There was NO cardboard box but its the same canvas bag and the same set of tools pictured on the auction site. The one I found i

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Gauge Refacing Kit

acing Kit the water alows you to reposition the stickers standard operating proceedure Kurt 58 3100 Apache project the "Duracell Project" it keeps going... and going... >From: "Green, Steven D" <[EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:sgreen%40ku.edu> > >Reply-To: old-chevy

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Gauge Refacing Kit

I bought a gauge refacing kit for my '53 3100. The material appears to be self-adhesive stickers but the instructions say to wet them and to wet the gauge plates before installing over sanded, repainted surfaces. Anybody used these with good results? With or without moisture? Thanks ___

[old-chevy-truck] RE: Lost in Cyberspace

Old Chevy Group: I seem to have gotten accidentally unsubscribed or missed some notice to renew? My last message from the group was July 19th How do I get back on board? Steve 1953 3100

RE: [Spam:0007 SpamScore] Re: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Vibration at slow pull

Nate or anyone: Where exactly is the 'Oakie' bushing? Is it inside the torque tube? -Original Message- From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom C Sent: Monday, July 17, 2006 9:45 AM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogrou

RE: [old-chevy-truck] SWMBO and Trucks

Forgot what SWMBO stood for?? -Original Message- From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of rmarks10 Sent: Monday, May 22, 2006 7:43 PM To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com Subject: [old-chevy-truck] SWMBO and Trucks Too true about the wives and the old j

[old-chevy-truck]

I never save the right posts, as I know this was discussed before... -- I want to update the rear end in my 1953 3100. The two used differentials I have on hand are from: 1977 Nova 305V8-auto 1987 Chev C10 4.3V-6 3speed manual. Question #1--is either rear end compatible?

RE: [old-chevy-truck] RE: Infamous AD Pickup

n the side of the road. > I was saying if you were "curious" about pickups, (not that there is > nothing wrong with that) you should see the movie. You can always tell > your buddies, hey, I was checking out the trucks! > > Scott > > __________

[old-chevy-truck] RE: Infamous AD Pickup

All: Found this vehicle on the anonymous site as item 4625292939. It was up to $16,300 with one more day to go. College hopes ride on film truck TORONTO, Canada (Reuters) -- A half-ton pick-up truck used in the award-winning gay Western "Brokeback Mountain" is up for sale, and the seller

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Springs

A while back there was a thread going on leaf springs. I am rebuilding the front end on a 1953 3100. Took it apart yesterday. My front springs need bushings but otherwise look good--no broken leaves etc. and front end height was even from side to side prior to disassembly. Are they OK to rei

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: Valve Lifters & Intake rings

Asking advice. On a running 235 with low oil pressure and noisy hyd lifters. Can you switch to solid lifters or do you have to change out both cam and lifters? Is the camshaft lift any different for hydraulic vs. solid lifters? Steve 1953 3100 -Original Message- From: old-chevy-truck@

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Loss of Oil Pressure - Pt.5

Just adding 2-cents worth? What position is the pickup sump set at? Had sort-of-similar trouble once on a 235. Somebody told me to add another quart of oil. When I did, I suddenly had oil pressure. Had to pull the pan and reset the position of the sump. Steve 1953 3100 -Original Message-

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: 235 & Hydraulic Lifters

On the subject of top oiling on 235's, I worked for an old mechanic (in the 70's) who used to grind a groove the entire length of the center RH headbolt when reassembling these engines, claiming it improved oiling to the rocker arms. Fact or myth? Steve 1953 3100 --

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Chevy Cab

I just did mine a week ago. My truck frame was stripped of the everything forward of the cab--sheetmetal, engine, etc. The cab itself was stripped of everything except the wiper motor and rear window. I got 3 young guys to help and we moved mine straight forward and off the frame onto a dolly

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Welder recommendations

Casey: I bought a cheap wire-feed welder from Harbor Freight. I give it two (2) thumbs-down. It does a fair job of feeding wire on the first half roll--if I constantly readjust the feed roller pressure. A while back there was a thread going on those who preferred to body repair welding using a

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Cab Dolly?

I have the cab ready to remove from the frame of my '53 3100. I need to move it off so I can repair the cab corners. Someone on this site either mentioned a homemade cab dolly or cab cart or showed one on their webpage. With it they moved their cab around the shop and outside for blasting. Any

RE: [old-chevy-truck] It only goes clunk when it rains.

I was thinking there might be problems in the same region of the suspension. Mine had loose rivets that secured the rear spring hangar on the LF side to the frame. (all the others were tight) After I removed the front axle and leaf springs, it was apparent this bracket was loose and had been mo

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Brake Spoon

This discussion of the 'brake spoon' reminds me of my recent trip to the FLAPS to buy among other items, a 'tack rag.' The juvenile behind the counter didn't know what it was and looked at me like I was some senile, old __rt. Then the delivery girl told him what it was and showed him where the

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

Allen: I see your address indicates SD State. That's in Vermillion, right? Met some facilities guys from there about 5 year ago... Your comment about "shrinking and expanding the cab opening struck a nerve. I have an AD (1953) cab where the driver's door does not fit the opening--mine needs ex

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Radiator Support

It appears the PO cut up the radiator support on my '53 3100, probably to get clearance for an engine removal, and now it's a U-shaped unit. Guess this could this explain why my front fenders had "spread" and didn't meet up with the hood at the front like they should? I am guessing there should

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Timing L:ight stalls engine

Doesn't the red attach to the + side of the battery, not the coil? -Original Message- From: Mike Thayer [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, December 02, 2004 4:57 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [old-chevy-truck] Timing L:ight stalls engine All; Getting prepared to replace

RE: [old-chevy-truck] Re: 3/4 Ton Driveshafts

Nate: I like the idea of upgrading the 1/2t torque tube as described. I have a '77 Nova rear axle. Can you also suggest a donor driveshaft that might be a direct bolt-on? SDG -Original Message- From: vwnate1 [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 18, 2004 12:16 PM To: [EM

RE: [old-chevy-truck] truck headboard bumper guard no shipping? Richardson,TX

Is that grille guard really a "rare" item? I have one of these on my '53. But the one pictured on e-bay appears to be missing a small 3x5 (approx) plate in the center where the main bars bolt together. On mine I think the brand name and city where it was manufactured are embossed on the pl