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How did they ride when new? I assume you got one right off the lot;) How’s it going, Jack?
So back on topic:). Is there a 235 to Ford transmission adapter the OP can use, or can say a GM transmission be adapted to the Model A torque tube?
This popped up googling frame drawings for 1942 Chevy pickup...
The original steering box has two adjustments you can do, on the bottom of the box there’s a large “nut” that’s held in place with a metal lock...
Aren’t they cast iron? Or are they cast steel?
So I’d like to ask those who know, let’s say welding on spring pads, I’d assume if a tube warped it would be in the direction of where it was...
Personally I’d work with what you have right there. But only you and the wife know if you want to drive a truck with character, or want it to...
If you’re contemplating the frame/running gear swap, you’ll want to post in the Off Topic forum. In the meantime, post up pics of the ‘59.
I’ve relocated perches maybe 4/5 times. First one my dad stick welded them, last few I wired welded. At the time I had no idea of warping a...
I don’t think the OT forum is for posting a for sale ad. But maybe one can put it in their sig line?
I really dig the car. And congrats on the nuptials!
You just jogged my memory. I think I still have a bumper with the brackets on it out back. I’ll see if I can spot it and take some pics for you.
Is this what’s needed?...
Bummer Lloyd. Parts not much, but takes time to do the studs. Hang in there, never know what will align. edit: Sped read over the harness
Well, just my opinion, but I think Lloyd and Bill are gonna put their eye out with those things.
I wonder what long studs do for safety? I assume ?
Maybe this one? https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/mallory-mini-mag-bendix-replacement-coil.1336405/
^^^^ very good news!
Soap and water and a soft bristled brush? Doesn’t look like oil/ gas stained.
@anthony myrick had one similar. Maybe he has an idea.
Is the choke fully open? I was under the impression a two wire choke needs the ground hooked up to it to work properly. But I have nothing to...
I’m not sure about anything hemi, but could the oil be leaking down from above?
I’m with @Rickybop, nice cars, nice place and a great looking family
Good to see you back at it!
By looking at the pics posted, I assume the brakes aren’t compatible with original backing plates? I ask because my ‘46-8 backing plates have a...
Check your float height. If fuel is dribbling in, you won’t be able to adjust the idle mixture.
The ‘55-7 fenders interchange , except as noted above for the ‘57 grill. Post pics of what you have and let us take a look. Fenders, grill and...
I can’t speak specifically on the panel, but I put a ‘55 front end on my ‘59, the frame on the ‘59 was about 1-1.5 inches longer in front,...
I used either a 10 or 12 Si alternator in my ‘42, don’t recall which, but used madelectrical to wire it up. I had to add a light, light would be...
Holy old post, Batman! I can’t recall why, but I never did wind up with the Y-block.
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