06-13-2015, 08:37 AM | #1 |
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1940 1.5 ton
I just purchased a 1940 1.5 ton with ford flatbed and need to know where I can get parts, especially brakes and chassis parts. Any help would be great. I'd prefer to keep original, but can't find much. Rockauto has some parts, as does some ford parts houses, but they don't carry everything.
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06-13-2015, 08:56 AM | #2 |
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Re: 1940 1.5 ton
Leon,
Brake and chassis parts can most likely be had from Joblot Automotive in New York. I would suggest you ask for James, 800-221-0172. They have a lot of the "heavy" truck parts, much of which is WWII surplus stock.
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06-13-2015, 09:08 AM | #3 |
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The problem with the big trucks is that very little is being manufactured for them. Most parts available will be NOS or used. Don't know if they have much for trucks but you could also try Little Dearborn in Minneapolis, MN. They have been buying up old stock for decades.
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When I had my '40 1 1/2 tons I was able to get a USA made master cylinder from Joe's Antique Auto. My local parts store was able to get front and rear brake cylinders, seals, and hoses without much problem. You'll have to send out the brake shoes to get them relined usually at a shop that does big trucks. FYI: the seals are pricey. I have some misc. parts left over from when I had '40's. PM me with any wants. I may have something you need.
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06-15-2015, 08:40 PM | #5 |
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Does anyone have images of the chassis and front axle assembly? I am guessing it's a bit different than the cars and light pickups they built that year. I haven't picked it up yet, so I am just trying to figure things out.
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06-16-2015, 08:14 AM | #7 |
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Bad news on the truck front, it has a blown motor, but for $300 not to bad, just have to figure out what the next step will be, no matter what, the truck will be on the road again.
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That's actually good news. Now you'll know what's in it. Now the fun begins. For parts call Bob Selzam in NJ. His business is called 'half ton fun'. Google that info and you'll get his number. Half tons are just the beginning for him. All ford, all truck. Lots nos big stuff. I might have his card.
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I was looking to do a brake upgrade on the front. Would the speedway kit work? I know it will work with car spindles but have not yet found any info if it'll work on my truck. I'm looking to make it a good driver and want it to stop better than stock.
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08-02-2015, 09:19 AM | #11 |
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When you say Speedway kit which one are you referring to, they sell several. The hydraulic brake setup with the Lincoln backing plates?
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I bought a front brake kit for the tonner from Joblot in Queens, NY. They also had a kingpin/bushing kit which made a big difference in the steering.
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08-02-2015, 09:58 AM | #13 |
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Disc was my first thought. I just wanted to stop better in traffic, and thought disc brakes would be the best way to go, it would be a minor mod from the original but one that would be safer.
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drum brakes on a 1 1/2 ton truck with no load will stop the truck very easily. disc brake conversion from speedway and others will only work on 1/2 ton pick ups. I made an adapter and installed a dual master cylinder from a F250 ford with drum/drum brakes. brake hoses were easy to source, only problem was the rear wheel cylinders-had to really hunt for a kit for them
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08-02-2015, 11:28 AM | #15 |
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You got plenty of stoppping power if you get the brakes done.
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[QUOTE=Leon Sandcastle;1102440]I just purchased a 1940 1.5 ton with ford flatbed and need to know where I can get parts, especially brakes and chassis parts. Any help would be great. I'd prefer to keep original, but can't find much. Rockauto has some parts, as does some ford parts houses, but they don't carry everything.[/QUOTE
I would stay away from Rock Auto Parts. They will send you something you didn't order, even after talking with a salesman and explaining what you wanted and definitely did not want. They sent me what I expressly told the salesperson that I did not want, and then wouldn't reimburse me for return shipping. Crooks of the first water.
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08-02-2015, 01:48 PM | #17 |
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I have order a lot of parts from Rock Auto. Good (Very Good) prices on US made older stock parts. I have never talked to anyone, I order online using the part numbers I want.
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08-03-2015, 01:16 AM | #18 |
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I agree. The OEM brake system properly setup will give plenty of stopping power. The only way to improve it would be to install a vacuum booster which was available for the large trucks in 1940. IMO from a safety point of view money better spent would be to invest in radial type rims and tires.
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Any interest in a 1943 ton half truck? I have a truck that was a fire truck at the Quonset naval base in R.I.. It is in primer and includes most everything you need to complete. Comes with title and the truck has original engine which runs.
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No thanks, I have one big truck, the Mrs would murder me if I brought another home.
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