Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-29-2025, 10:42 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 470
Re: General Questions about 41 3/4 ton
The original knobs on my 40 Tonner are ivory colored. I suspect that all tonners were sold with ivory or beige colored knobs. According to the 1940 Salesman’s Manual there was no option for black...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-10-2025, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,823
Re: 1947 17" Tonner wheels/Cap retainer clips
If you're still looking for 17" cap clips I may have them. Attached is a photo of a 17" rim for a 1940 Tonner. I can't tell if they're the same, but if so you're welcome to 2 of them. These look a...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-06-2025, 12:01 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,355
Re: 1941 Semi Truck
That is a well preserved truck. Very nice! The hood and hood latch look to be the same as that on my 40 Tonner. What is the device with the lever on the right side of the steering column?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-08-2025, 07:59 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,164
Re: 1940 3/4-1 Ton express frame measurements
Do you have the OEM 1940 Tonner radiator with the correct top and bottom tanks? If so I can get you the dimensions of that support bracket and based on what I see of your fabrication skills you...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-07-2025, 04:01 PM
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Replies: 100
Views: 25,713
Re: Update on Ol' Ron
Ruth
The role of a caregiver is difficult at best, but at the end can weigh heavily on the soul. God Bless for your presence there with "gramps" I'm confident he was well cared for and at peace.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
04-07-2025, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,164
Re: 1940 3/4-1 Ton express frame measurements
The bracket that holds the radiator attaches to the frame at the location of the two holes in the frame that are closest to the front of the frame, just above the gusset on either side. The bracket...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-13-2025, 07:27 PM
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Replies: 166
Views: 44,233
Re: 9" rear in a jailbar truck
Gary
I would definitely stick with the 4.11 ratio. When driving the local rural roads in 3 speed standard drive, I’ve found it useful on the Tonner in combination with the engine compression to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
03-08-2025, 01:28 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,164
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-07-2025, 03:52 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,027
36Ford Roadster2025 AMBR
This post may be misplaced, but in my opinion this is one gorgeous 36.
https://www.hotrod.com/events/americas-most-beautiful-roadster-ambr-2025-winner-ross-myers-1936-ford-fenderless-roadster/
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-06-2025, 04:00 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 812
Re: 40/41 Truck cab measurements.
Using the same location on the 40 Tonner hinges for checking the cab measurements that Gary used I came up with 40 5/8". Using 40 1/2" as Gary suggests should be a safe X check to get you close....
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
02-05-2025, 11:23 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 925
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-27-2025, 07:20 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 864
Re: Rebuild Spec for 41 3/4 T Tranny
If you can locate a copy of this shop manual it will be helpful in working on your truck. Crank en Hope went out of business but it looks like these folks are selling it. ...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-27-2025, 06:50 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 864
Re: Rebuild Spec for 41 3/4 T Tranny
"No further responses to this thread, as I am NOT going to attempt this job :)"
A wise decision. 1952 Henry's reply is spot on. The only thing lacking is the need for an infinite amount of...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-18-2025, 06:05 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 553
Re: 41 3/4 Ton truck front spring question
Assuming your 3/4 T front spring assembly is similar to the 40 Tonner's assembly do the following:
1. Position a jack or blocks under the rear of the spring to prevent it from dropping to the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-07-2025, 11:37 PM
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Replies: 48
Views: 3,880
Re: Unmolested 40/41 1 Ton pickup?
Thanks for the comments about the Merc shifter mod. It was born out of frustration trying to make a Hurst 3 speed shifter fit and function on the Tonner. Using an early shift tower to design a...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-07-2025, 09:05 PM
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Replies: 48
Views: 3,880
Re: Unmolested 40/41 1 Ton pickup?
The rear fenders are bolted to the truck bed and anchored by a strut that is bolted to the frame and the bottom of the back side of the fender. Photo1
I cant speak to the OEM rear bumper. The...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-31-2024, 01:18 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 808
Re: Jail Bar One ton on FB
Gary
There is a 41 Tonner at the 12:36 mark in this video that looks to be in very good condition. Its missing the wheel covers which could be hard to find, but other than that presents itself...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-27-2024, 02:04 AM
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Replies: 48
Views: 3,880
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-27-2024, 01:57 AM
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Replies: 48
Views: 3,880
Re: Unmolested 40/41 1 Ton pickup?
To answer your question about accessories I took some liberties with the Tonner that don't exactly fall into the definition of an accessory, but they made operating it a whole lot more usable and...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-16-2024, 02:03 PM
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Replies: 48
Views: 3,880
Re: Unmolested 40/41 1 Ton pickup?
Mercman - Interesting truck! I wonder if that Tonner was sold as a chassis including the frame, drivetrain, front fenders and cowl with the driver’s compartment and bed being installed by an...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-16-2024, 12:34 AM
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Replies: 48
Views: 3,880
Re: Unmolested 40/41 1 Ton pickup?
Gary - Thanks for your thoughts on the Tonner. One of these days I hope to get up to Orcas and visit the famous Jailbar Ranch. Les Williams
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-16-2024, 12:17 AM
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Replies: 48
Views: 3,880
Re: Unmolested 40/41 1 Ton pickup?
Attached are photos of an unmolested 1940 Tonner as bought and as restored. Its been a while since I visited the photo archive of this restoration, but I have photos of the Tonner as it was being...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
10-05-2024, 10:26 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 693
Re: 40-41 pu tailgate
The upper roll on my 40 Tonner tail gate also tapers out 1/2” from each side to the middle of the gate. Another possible reason for the taper is that it fits the hand better making it easier to lift...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-24-2024, 10:50 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,545
Re: 39 tonner wood bed question
Attached are photos of the wood X Members of my 40 Tonner. All original except the front one that had to be fabricated due to extensive dry rot. The original wood was primed with red paint (Red...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-28-2024, 09:57 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 699
Re: 6V Alternator?
Try E.J. Whitney in Fullerton, CA https://ejwhitneyco.com/automotive.html. They may have what you're looking for. I've had one of their 6 V alternators on my truck for 9 years.
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