[old-chevy-truck] SPAM

2011-05-25 Thread wayne55662000
Can this guy be possibly removed as i'm starting to get spam mail from him in my personal email account, appear he has harvested email address from list member, or am I being inconsiderate here or does these links help us in any way? I'm just one guy and many other list members may see a postiv

[old-chevy-truck] Wheels for the big trucks

2011-04-25 Thread wayne55662000
Anybody had any luck sourcing wheels for the 1.5 ton trucks? Specifically the 20" wheels used on say a 42, Found a web site with many varieties but are a bit pricey--any found an alternative wheel that'll work? Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscri

[old-chevy-truck] Re: Goodbye Robert ,R.I.P.

2011-04-16 Thread wayne55662000
Our most sincere condolences to the family. RIP Robert --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "Nate" wrote: > > > > You will be greatly missed . > > -Nate > > Good morning - > > With great sadness, the family of Robert Wyant would like his friends to know > that he > passed away unexep

[old-chevy-truck] Re: 55 1st series steering column

2011-03-20 Thread wayne55662000
ncorde (BettyLou) > Boca Raton, Florida > > > -Original Message- > From: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com > [mailto:old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of wayne55662000 > Sent: Friday, March 18, 2011 8:02 AM > To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com > Subject

[old-chevy-truck] Re: 55 1st series steering column

2011-03-18 Thread wayne55662000
--- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, David Baylis wrote: > > My 55 1st series turn signal is built in. > > --- On Thu, 3/17/11, wayne55662000 wrote: > > > From: wayne55662000 > Subject: [old-chevy-truck] 55 1st series steering column > To: old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups

[old-chevy-truck] 55 1st series steering column

2011-03-17 Thread wayne55662000
I realize the 56's had the signal light housing built into the column, and assume the 55 2cd series had the same. Was there ever a 55 1st series column that had the assembly built into the column or did it only have the clamp on style? Ole Chevy and G

[old-chevy-truck] Steve Hanberg

2011-01-25 Thread wayne55662000
I'm sure many may recall Steve Hanberg and his suburban through the years and don't know if it has been passed to the group yet, some may have known but some not, he's been battling cancer and sorry to say he lost his battle earlier this month Steve loved his ole Burb and it made an appeara

[old-chevy-truck] Re: New to the group!

2010-07-20 Thread wayne55662000
Yep that why I have my 56 - learned to drive in one but in was in a hay or cornfield... I recall the first time in a corn field that I backed up - dad 'bout had a duck fit as now i know a corn stalk will go right through a radiator... --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "Rick" wrote:

[old-chevy-truck] Re: ROCKER shaft oiler

2010-07-20 Thread wayne55662000
Thanks for the replies folks, found out the guy lives in Sweden as why he's having such issues finding one.. I handle most of the request I get but at times have to turn to ya'll on some of the original content. Much appreciated... --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "Nate" wrote: > >

[old-chevy-truck] cam shaft oiler

2010-07-19 Thread wayne55662000
Trying to help someone out who's having difficulties finding a particular part. Has a 59 235 L6 engine in a 59 firetruck http://www.chevytrucks.org/temp/firetruck.jpg and the cam broke in half and having problems find the part that supplies the camshaft with oil. Here's a photo of the broken

[old-chevy-truck] rubber floor mats

2008-12-19 Thread wayne55662000
Looking for recommendations on a vendor that sells a good quality mat for the cab, the large rubber type that fits on the cab bottom. My bud tried one for his 66 and quality was terrible for a certain vendor and wondering where some have had good luck... Thanks --wayne Happy Holidays to all.. :

[old-chevy-truck] Re: Rim Fitment Question

2008-12-10 Thread wayne55662000
--- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "Kent S. Butler" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Can anyone tell me if 6 lug 15 x 10 Rally wheels (off a 1970 Chevy 4X4) will fit a stock 1956 Chevy 3100?? > > Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!! > > Thanks in advance for the help. >

[old-chevy-truck] '49 3/4 ton curb weight

2008-12-04 Thread wayne55662000
Anybody have the curb weight of a 49 3/4 ton handy? Seems i've misplaced my restoration guide for the AD's, will have to reorder... Much appreciated in advance... Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe, send an email (with no subject, no body, just t

[old-chevy-truck] Re: 216 - 6 cylinder questions..

2008-11-25 Thread wayne55662000
Thanks Jeff, those were my thoughts exactly on the water pump. Just trying to help the guy out and I truly appreciate you taking the time to reply... Have a great day.. --wayne --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "Jeffrey Pohlar" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > The item that you are pointi

[old-chevy-truck] 216 - 6 cylinder questions..

2008-11-25 Thread wayne55662000
I recently received the below regarding a problem with a 216, i've never been involved with a rebuild on this engine and wonder if I might ask the group for some advice on this guys problem He later stated that he's had the head redone this past summer, milled to a flat surface for mating to th

[old-chevy-truck] Re: WARNING : A _THIEF_ Amongst Us

2008-02-05 Thread wayne55662000
I know mark's wife is having surgery and I think it was this week, may have had it already. Not trying to defend him and I understand the groups concerns. Just my 2cents input and worth about as much. wayne --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "vwnate1" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > Th

[old-chevy-truck] Re: WARNING : A _THIEF_ Amongst Us

2008-02-05 Thread wayne55662000
I know mark's wife is having surgery and I think it was this week, may have had it already. Not trying to defend him and I understand the groups concerns. Just my 2cents input and worth about as much. wayne --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "vwnate1" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > Th

[old-chevy-truck] Rear end decoding

2007-01-29 Thread wayne55662000
Hi folks, Trying to decode numbers stamped on the passenger side of an axle tube, not mine just trying to help a visitor to the chevytrucks.org domain.. The stamp is AHC 6230 1 , i've googled by tail off but can't find anything on it. Trying to determine what year it is and possibly the ratio. It

[old-chevy-truck] Rear end decoding

2007-01-29 Thread wayne55662000
Hi folks, Been trying to find out the particulars on a rear end to help a visitor to the chevytrucks.org domain, numbers stamped on the passenger side axle tube AHC 6230 1 Anybody got the resources to decode this, looking for what it might have originally been in, possibly gear ration. It has sp

[old-chevy-truck] Re: Rear axle alignment

2006-07-13 Thread wayne55662000
I have seen folks place a couple shims under the pad to correct for a sagging leaf spring pack. If ya got bad springs on one side the truck will sit askewed when viewed from the back. They also make a shim that is wedge shaped, this is used to correct pinion angles. If you've ever taken the fro

[old-chevy-truck] Re: Selling your truck

2006-07-13 Thread wayne55662000
Don't forget FREE classifieds on http://www.chevytrucks.org --wayne --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, charles olson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Hi, there are two free web sites to advertise your > truck. Craig's List and Backpages Community > Bulletinboard. I think you can find them

[old-chevy-truck] Re: " Just Like This One ! "

2006-06-04 Thread wayne55662000
I too have experience the "had one just like this" My favorite time was an elderly gentleman (70'ish), was admiring my 56 recalling he had one just like it when he was younger. WE walked around the truck and couldn't find a better ending than "hop in we'll take her for a spin". I asked if he wante

[old-chevy-truck] Re: Zerk fittings won't take grease

2006-06-03 Thread wayne55662000
Although, do not grab the fitting between the thumb and forefinger when connecting to the grease gun, after heating. Don't ask - we all have our minor brain farts - lol ... I found the zirks on my king pins were clogged, thought my little quirt of grease was going in all these years but was co

[old-chevy-truck] Re: How to sell truck

2006-06-03 Thread wayne55662000
My site http://www.chevytrucks.org has free classified -for sale and parts wanted- cruise on over and put it up there.. -wayne --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "Michael Ross" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I've a '54 3600 that I want to sell. Does anyone have any ideas beside > the stove

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

2006-04-21 Thread wayne55662000
I do my best to keep the vendors link page current, quiet a few of the owners update me when they have a phone or link change. Most might not know by chevyduty is no longer ChevyDuty as Chevrolet requested them to remove Chevy from their name. They are now Classic Parts of America - haven't cha

[old-chevy-truck] Re: rear end swap

2006-04-20 Thread wayne55662000
I installed a rear from a 70 Nova in my 56 and the fit is great. Seems to recall it being 1.5 inches more narrow that the original rear, this allowed me to put 8 inch wheels and still be able to tuck the tires under the fenderwells--wheels were 0 offset. With 8 inch wheels on a standard rear, very

[old-chevy-truck] Re: NOT O.K.

2006-03-27 Thread wayne55662000
Man - I could have wrote that myself. Got 25 years experience in electronic tech work and have a young guy fresh out of college--gonna change the world. They must teach these kids a class on how to disrespect the knowledge of others with more experience as they sure do turn a deaf ear. One kid I ha

[old-chevy-truck] Re: Whats up with Carter's?

2006-03-03 Thread wayne55662000
@yahoogroups.com, "wayne55662000" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Maybe their bad service over the years in finally catching up with > them and folks have quit ordering enought for them to stock. > I had it up to here with them a couple years ago.--wayne &g

[old-chevy-truck] Re: Whats up with Carter's?

2006-03-03 Thread wayne55662000
Maybe their bad service over the years in finally catching up with them and folks have quit ordering enought for them to stock. I had it up to here with them a couple years ago.--wayne --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "rmarks10" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I have put in two subst

[old-chevy-truck] Re: Whats up with Carter's?

2006-03-03 Thread wayne55662000
Maybe their bad service over the years in finally catching up with them and folks have quit ordering enought for them to stock. I had it up to here with them a couple years ago.--wayne --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "rmarks10" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I have put in two subst

[old-chevy-truck] Re: On the road again--with the Futurliner

2006-01-24 Thread wayne55662000
s in the future. Imagine the looks it must have attracted!!! --wayne --- In old-chevy-truck@yahoogroups.com, "wayne55662000" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Can ya believe this, the guy who paid 4 mil for the futurlines > actually drove the damn thing home. And we thi

[old-chevy-truck] On the road again--with the Futurliner

2006-01-24 Thread wayne55662000
Can ya believe this, the guy who paid 4 mil for the futurlines actually drove the damn thing home. And we thing we all take chances on the freeway... --wayne http://www.azcentral.com/community/scottsdale/articles/0124sr- auction24coverZ8.html Ole Chevy and GMC trucks rule! To unsubscribe,

[old-chevy-truck] Re: Rear springs

2006-01-24 Thread wayne55662000
I whole heartely agree with Nate, the ovalness of the spring will allow for a bit of play in the geometrics of the rear end, especially if the front is oblonged also. Might should also check the front, if this is oblonged as well might be a source of wandering on the road.. --wayne --- In old

[old-chevy-truck] Re: Rear springs

2006-01-24 Thread wayne55662000
I whole heartely agree with Nate, the ovalness of the spring will allow for a bit of play in the geometrics of the rear end, especially if the front is oblonged also. Might should also check the front, if this is oblonged as well might be a source of wandering on the road.. --wayne --- In old

[old-chevy-truck] Re: Rear springs

2006-01-24 Thread wayne55662000
I whole heartely agree with Nate, the ovalness of the spring will allow for a bit of play in the geometrics of the rear end, especially if the front is oblonged also. Might should also check the front, if this is oblonged as well might be a source of wandering on the road.. --wayne --- In old