Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-20-2022, 05:33 PM
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Views: 714
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
08-19-2022, 11:05 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 714
Flywheel Housing cover
In attempting to change oil pan gasket, a cover came off with 2 rear bolts that is marked 8RT-6421 on the inside. It is aluminum and has a rubber seal which appears to go against bearing at rear of...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-29-2022, 07:40 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 499
Bushing replacement question
I am replacing the bushings in the pivot point of the clutch and brake on my 52 F1. Is there any kind of lubricant that can be applied to the outside of the new bushings to get it to go back into...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-05-2022, 01:41 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 708
Re: Steering column help requested
Not taking it apart. Just removing it so that it doesn’t get sand in it when frame is being sandblasted.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-05-2022, 11:29 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 708
Re: Steering column help requested
Thanks everyone. I ordered book you recommended but am going to remove steering box and column as a unit before going to sandblaster. I appreciate you guys and always sharing your knowledge quickly...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-04-2022, 10:45 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 708
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-04-2022, 10:34 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 708
Re: Steering column help requested
I want to remove the steering box before going to sandblasting. I just can’t get the rod out of the steering box. Does it come out? What is procedure for removing the rod from the gear box if it does...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
01-04-2022, 10:19 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 708
Steering column help requested
52 F1
I am getting my frame ready to send out for sandblast and painting. I removed outer sleeve of steering column. Does the inner rod come out from the steering gear box or does it remain with the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-24-2021, 10:32 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 746
Re: Removing dash switches, choke, etc
3twinridges thank you. Finally found info under electrical systems after your message. I had looked earlier and couldn’t find it. Have a Merry Christmas and thanks for help.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-23-2021, 10:58 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 746
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-23-2021, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 746
Removing dash switches, choke, etc
Going to replace cab on my 52 F1. New cab is bare inside and I want to use as much of original parts from dash as I can. Could someone tell me how to remove knobs, bezels, light switch and ignition? ...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-18-2021, 07:00 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 529
Re: Stock height springs
Do you have a source for NOS springs that you’ve had good luck with?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-18-2021, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 529
Stock height springs
I want to replace springs on my 52 F1 with a softer ride spring since the truck is mostly going to be for pleasure driving. I would like to maintain the stock height and look. Poisies super slide...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-17-2021, 12:49 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,470
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-17-2021, 09:35 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,470
Re: 59T-7006 Tranny
Thanks everyone. Great information once again!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-16-2021, 10:45 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,470
Re: 59T-7006 Tranny
Thanks Alanwoodieman! Do you know if these plugs are available and where I could order them?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-16-2021, 10:20 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,470
59T-7006 Tranny
Pulled engine and trans from my 52 F1 with v8. It has a 4 speed 59T-7006 trans. While starting to scrape and clean 70 years of mud and grease I noticed the 3 elevations on the shift plate which face...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-13-2021, 08:49 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,349
Re: Rookie help to remove engine
FortyNiner, thanks for info on clutch equalizer shaft. Removed it today and bushing in the cup had completely worn through and was in 4 pieces. So glad I can replace this inexpensive part while I...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-12-2021, 02:55 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,349
Re: Rookie help to remove engine
I appreciate everyone’s responses. I do have the front clip off and intend to pull engine and tranny together. I still am not clear on how to free engine up from the rear mount. Do I just remove the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-11-2021, 08:04 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,349
Rookie help to remove engine
Wanting to pull EAB engine and transmission from my 52 F-1 and I am a first timer. My shop manual and parts books don’t give me enough detail on a couple of things so needing help please.
1. To...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-09-2021, 09:13 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 721
Re: Steering gear wire?
Thanks! Should it just unplug like a quick connector or crimped on connector?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-09-2021, 12:16 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 721
Steering gear wire?
I have an electric wire coming out of the bottom of the steering gear on my 52 F1. Can anyone tell me what this is for? Very old hard wiring harness that I’ve been removing in order to replace. Do...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-07-2021, 12:48 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,647
Re: Pearl Harbor Day
We’ll said everyone. My dad enlisted in Air Force about 6 months later when he graduated high school. We enjoy our freedoms today because of so many men who served in several wars and conflicts!
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-02-2021, 09:13 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,302
Re: Media blast?
Glass bead was going to be my choice. Almost 70 years of dirt and rust you know. Thanks for the answer.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
12-02-2021, 11:44 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,302
Re: Media blast?
Truck back on all 4 tires. Thanks for all the good advice about concrete blocks. What you don’t know can damage your project or you! Good to have an army of people looking out for you and grandpas...
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