AD is Advanced Design and TF is Task Force, 47 second series to 55.1 is the AD's
and the 55 second series to 59 are the TF's.
Scott Rice - ATCX wrote:
> As I have mentioned in previous correspondence, I am very new to this and
> know virtually nothing about ole trucks, well I have more silly questions.
> 1) How many tail lights came standard on a 54 3600? I noticed that there is
> only one on the drivers side of my truck and there are absolutely no wires
> on the passenger side to accommodate another tail light.
> 2) My truck still has the original (I think) 8 lug split rim wheels, and
> tube type tires. My question is, what should I do about this? Keep the split
> rims and put radial tires on or replace the rims and the tires? Any
> suggestions and or opinions welcome.
> 3) Also to really show my ignorance; What are you all referring to when you
> mention 'AD' trucks and how do I know if I have one?
>
> Thanks
> Scott
> 54 3600
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-0@autox.team.net [SMTP:owner-0@autox.team.net]
> > Sent: Sunday, October 01, 2000 8:03 AM
> > To: oletrucks-digest@autox.team.net
> > Subject: oletrucks-digest V2 #1101
> >
> >
> > oletrucks-digest Sunday, October 1 2000 Volume 02 : Number
> > 1101
> >
> >
> >
> > Re: [oletrucks] REMOVAL [Jack Halton
> > <safesix@earthlink.net>]
> > [oletrucks] Parts from a 52 1/2 ton to a good home
> > [CB1000Z@aol.com]
> > [oletrucks] 261 engine. ["William M. Schickling"
> > <wschick1@twcny.rr.com>]
> > Re: [oletrucks] 261 engine. [New Mexico Jim
> > <ADvent@thuntek.net>]
> > Re: [oletrucks] REMOVAL [New Mexico Jim
> > <ADvent@thuntek.net>]
> > Re: [oletrucks] Mini turn signal lites ["william moldenhauer"
> > <wmh678@wor]
> > RE: [oletrucks] 261 engine. [Jack Halton
> > <safesix@earthlink.net>]
> > [oletrucks] 46 Oil Filter ["Ole Trucks"
> > <hollisbsa@hotmail.com>]
> > [oletrucks] Re: 1946 Chev 3/4 ton ["Michael Lubitz"
> > <mlrba@texas.net>]
> > [oletrucks] hucks brakes [New Mexico Jim
> > <ADvent@thuntek.net>]
> > Re: [oletrucks] hucks brakes [New Mexico Jim
> > <ADvent@thuntek.net>]
> > Re: [oletrucks] hucks brakes [New Mexico Jim
> > <ADvent@thuntek.net>]
> > Re: [oletrucks] REMOVAL ["Don Slaney"
> > <ppm@dlcwest.com>]
> > RE: [oletrucks] Rear axle?/IFS front suspension ["Terry Beynon"
> > <tbeynon@]
> > Re: [oletrucks] 46 Oil Filter ["W&D"
> > <haist@jps.net>]
> > Re: [oletrucks] Re: 1946 Chev 3/4 ton ["G. Simmons"
> > <gls@4link.net>]
> > Re: [oletrucks] hucks brakes ["G. Simmons"
> > <gls@4link.net>]
> > Re: [oletrucks] Re: 1946 Chev 3/4 ton ["Jays Mail"
> > <jaybaker@ruralnetwork]
> > [oletrucks] Salvage detours ["Gene Merritt"
> > <merrittgene@uswest.net>]
> > [oletrucks] Visor
> > [Jeffros54@cs.com]
> > [oletrucks] Monthly Reminder
> > [miq@teleport.com]
> > [oletrucks] Any one in or around Allentown, PA
> > [MPHUDAK@aol.com]
> > Re: [oletrucks] Re: 1946 Chev 3/4 ton ["Michael Lubitz"
> > <mlrba@texas.net>]
> > [oletrucks] TF brake systems [Wayne Osborne
> > <wayne@chevytrucks.org>]
> > Re: [oletrucks] Visor ["Don Fish"
> > <bluecrow8@hotmail.com>]
> > RE: [oletrucks] REMOVAL ["Larry R. Kephart"
> > <vpa@laroke.com>]
> > Re: [oletrucks] Salvage detours ["Old GMC Pickup"
> > <truxrme@hotmail.com>]
> > [oletrucks] Rear-end Conversion - 1977 Monte Carlo?
> > [Mikerross@aol.com]
> >
> > ----------------------------------------------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 10:23:33 -0400 (EDT)
> > From: Jack Halton <safesix@earthlink.net>
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] REMOVAL
> >
> > Particularly for someone who has "COP" in their screen name and doesn't
> > know how to turn off caps lock....
> >
> > - ------Original Message------
> > From: Barb Boedigheimer <Boedigheimer@planacc.com>
> > To: Don Simmons <tasimmons@cbnn.net>
> > Sent: September 30, 2000 2:34:10 AM GMT
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] REMOVAL
> >
> >
> > Maybe we should have a three day cooling off period before you can get
> > on the list. Kinda like buying a handgun...
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> > Jack Halton
> > 51 GMC 1/2 ton
> > Winter Park FL
> >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 11:10:59 EDT
> > From: CB1000Z@aol.com
> > Subject: [oletrucks] Parts from a 52 1/2 ton to a good home
> >
> > Have a drive train from a 1/2 ton PU Rear, springs & tork tube
> > front axel & springs, complete running 216 with a 3 speed
> >
> > Any one want any of this?
> > Bring a truck and and I will load it up
> > located in northeastern PA
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 11:50:47 -0400
> > From: "William M. Schickling" <wschick1@twcny.rr.com>
> > Subject: [oletrucks] 261 engine.
> >
> > I have been e-mailing someone about a 261 engine. Are all 261's full oil
> > pressure ? Is this truly the engine to get if you're going to upgrade from
> > a
> > 216 ?
> >
> > Bill Schickling
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 15:15:47 -0600
> > From: New Mexico Jim <ADvent@thuntek.net>
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] 261 engine.
> >
> > My 261 doesn't even have an oil filter. You will notice BIG improvements
> > with
> > the 261 and the motor swap is the same as a 216 to 235. Early 261's had no
> > filter or a bypass type. The full oil pressure ones as far as I have seen
> > have
> > heater hose sized oil lines.
> >
> > "William M. Schickling" wrote:
> >
> > > I have been e-mailing someone about a 261 engine. Are all 261's full oil
> > > pressure ? Is this truly the engine to get if you're going to upgrade
> > from a
> > > 216 ?
> > >
> > > Bill Schickling
> > >
> > > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 15:33:09 -0600
> > From: New Mexico Jim <ADvent@thuntek.net>
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] REMOVAL
> >
> > Bummer, a 3 day waiting period for a gun? Nearly every gun I have was
> > bought on spur of the moment thinking.
> > Maybe if he doesn't show up for a few days, he will forget how to reply.
> >
> > Jack Halton wrote:
> >
> > > Particularly for someone who has "COP" in their screen name and doesn't
> > know how to turn off caps lock....
> > >
> > > ------Original Message------
> > > From: Barb Boedigheimer <Boedigheimer@planacc.com>
> > > To: Don Simmons <tasimmons@cbnn.net>
> > > Sent: September 30, 2000 2:34:10 AM GMT
> > > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] REMOVAL
> > >
> > > Maybe we should have a three day cooling off period before you can get
> > > on the list. Kinda like buying a handgun...
> > >
> > > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> > > Jack Halton
> > > 51 GMC 1/2 ton
> > > Winter Park FL
> > >
> > >
> > > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 17:15:23 -0700
> > From: "william moldenhauer" <wmh678@worldnet.att.net>
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] Mini turn signal lites
> >
> > alot of people buy motorcycle lights
> > Bill 53-3600 hot rod (project again)
> > Channahon,Ill.
> > website
> > www.hotrodstogo.com
> > Go ahead and take risks....just be sure that everything
> > will turn out OK.
> >
> >
> > - ----- Original Message -----
> > From: W&D <haist@jps.net>
> > To: Old Truckers <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
> > Sent: Monday, September 25, 2000 9:45 PM
> > Subject: [oletrucks] Mini turn signal lites
> >
> >
> > > I've seen numerous custom cars and trucks outfitted with a small (about
> > 1"
> > X
> > > 2") light for a turn signal. Many times they're tucked between grill
> > bars
> > > to be inconspicuous.
> > >
> > > Anybody know who makes them and where they are sold?
> > >
> > > Thanks.
> > > <><
> > > Whitney Haist
> > > Orinda, CA
> > > Chevy Trucks: 2-'46s & a '39
> > > www.jps.net/haist/artdeco.htm
> > >
> > >
> > > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> > >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 18:14:09 -0400 (EDT)
> > From: Jack Halton <safesix@earthlink.net>
> > Subject: RE: [oletrucks] 261 engine.
> >
> > All 261 are full pressure, in the sense that that the crankshaft has
> > insert main and rod bearings, for full pressure lubrication from the oil
> > pump (no dip and splash)...But only the '58 - '62 261's have provision for
> > full pressure remote oil filters. Earlier models use only a cannister
> > (bypass) filter, or none at all. Even the '58 - '62 261's may not have the
> > hoses and filer head installed, but the fittings are there.
> >
> >
> > - ------Original Message------
> > From: "William M. Schickling" <wschick1@twcny.rr.com>
> > To: Oletrucks <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
> > Sent: September 30, 2000 3:50:47 PM GMT
> > Subject: [oletrucks] 261 engine.
> >
> >
> > I have been e-mailing someone about a 261 engine. Are all 261's full oil
> > pressure ? Is this truly the engine to get if you're going to upgrade from
> > a
> > 216 ?
> >
> > Bill Schickling
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> > Jack Halton
> > 51 GMC 1/2 ton
> > Winter Park FL
> >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 19:35:00 EDT
> > From: "Ole Trucks" <hollisbsa@hotmail.com>
> > Subject: [oletrucks] 46 Oil Filter
> >
> > I just had a valve job on my motor 216 (all orginal). In doing the valve
> > job, I think that the copper pipes for the Oil Filter got twisted and
> > started leaking. I have tightened them down and it seems to have stoped
> > the
> > leaks. Well this got me to thinking that I should change the filter. My
> > filter has a black lid and is orange in color. It is attached to the
> > mainfoild with two long U bolts. It has a bolt on the top - a good place
> > to
> > start. I took this off but could not lift the lid off. With so help I
> > was
> > able to pry it off. However it was attached with a spring. I turned the
> > lid and was able to remove the lid. Next was a small handle on what I am
> > guessing is the filter. After removing about 1/8 inch of dirt and grime I
> >
> > found this to be a metal lid. I have tried to pull this up with the
> > handel
> > but I can not. It will spin in a fill circle - but not rise or fall at
> > all.
> > The only thing that seems to hold it in place by what the spring on the
> > lid screws into.
> >
> > HELP - how do I remove this filter and how do I get a new one. Or is it
> > like the air bath filter and it just needs to be cleaned.
> >
> > Also, if I repaint the lid should it be flat black or glossy black?
> >
> > I anyone getting 2 of every message for the past 3 days? It could be just
> >
> > me in trying to get set up to post messages from a real ISP account and
> > not
> > Hotmail....
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Jim House
> > 46 chevy 3104
> > Hollis, NH
> > _________________________________________________________________________
> >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 18:47:51 -0500
> > From: "Michael Lubitz" <mlrba@texas.net>
> > Subject: [oletrucks] Re: 1946 Chev 3/4 ton
> >
> > Guys and gals,
> >
> > Well, I be the one who now is the proud owner of a '46 3/4 ton Chevy. I
> > would wonder why, but this bug just got in my blood so now there are two:
> > a
> > pretty stock black '46 and a rodded, soon to run and be green and black,
> > '48.
> >
> > I am excited.
> >
> > I never understood those "oletruckers" with multiple trucks until about 3
> > hours ago.
> >
> > My new default signature:
> >
> > Michael Lubitz
> > 1946 Chevy 3/4 ton, stock
> > 1948 Chevrolet 3100, rodded and soon to be deluxe
> > Austin, Texas
> >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 17:55:43 -0600
> > From: New Mexico Jim <ADvent@thuntek.net>
> > Subject: [oletrucks] hucks brakes
> >
> > I was going home from church today and lost my brakes. Drove 30 miles
> > with
> > no brakes. What a trip that was. Now, that I need to get everything new,
> > would
> > it be worth the effort to convert it to modern brakes like the 51's and
> > newer
> > are? What are the pro's and con's of it.
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 18:21:11 -0600
> > From: New Mexico Jim <ADvent@thuntek.net>
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] hucks brakes
> >
> > I forgot to mention that the brake drum seperated into two pieces. So, I
> > was
> > thinking about replacing the master cylinder, as well and wondered if I
> > used a
> > master cylinder with a larger bore diameter if it would decrease pedal
> > effort
> > needed to stop the truck with everything else being equal? My truck is a
> > 50 ½ ton
> > and the 1938 to 1947mc 3/4 ton and up have a bore diameter of an inch and
> > a
> > quarter while the ½ ton unit is a one inch bore.
> >
> > New Mexico Jim wrote:
> >
> > > I was going home from church today and lost my brakes. Drove 30
> > miles with
> > > no brakes. What a trip that was. Now, that I need to get everything new,
> > would
> > > it be worth the effort to convert it to modern brakes like the 51's and
> > newer
> > > are? What are the pro's and con's of it.
> > >
> > > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 18:21:36 -0600
> > From: New Mexico Jim <ADvent@thuntek.net>
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] hucks brakes
> >
> > I forgot to mention that the brake drum seperated into two pieces. So, I
> > was
> > thinking about replacing the master cylinder, as well and wondered if I
> > used a
> > master cylinder with a larger bore diameter if it would decrease pedal
> > effort
> > needed to stop the truck with everything else being equal? My truck is a
> > 50 ½ ton
> > and the 1938 to 1947mc 3/4 ton and up have a bore diameter of an inch and
> > a
> > quarter while the ½ ton unit is a one inch bore.
> >
> > New Mexico Jim wrote:
> >
> > > I was going home from church today and lost my brakes. Drove 30
> > miles with
> > > no brakes. What a trip that was. Now, that I need to get everything new,
> > would
> > > it be worth the effort to convert it to modern brakes like the 51's and
> > newer
> > > are? What are the pro's and con's of it.
> > >
> > > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 18:47:26 -0500
> > From: "Don Slaney" <ppm@dlcwest.com>
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] REMOVAL
> >
> > I sent a rather loud message in CAPS {RED} to the KOPPER, a few posts
> > back,
> > suggesting he learn the please and thankyou's in the manners dept. Since
> > we
> > havent heard from him, mabe he is away to politeness school......(;>}
> > regards to all, Don.
> >
> > - ----- Original Message -----
> > From: Jack Halton <safesix@earthlink.net>
> > To: Barb Boedigheimer <Boedigheimer@planacc.com>; Don Simmons
> > <tasimmons@cbnn.net>
> > Cc: <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
> > Sent: Saturday, September 30, 2000 9:23 AM
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] REMOVAL
> >
> >
> > > Particularly for someone who has "COP" in their screen name and doesn't
> > know how to turn off caps lock....
> > > Maybe we should have a three day cooling off period before you can get
> > > on the list. Kinda like buying a handgun...
> >
> >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 20:43:10 -0500
> > From: "Terry Beynon" <tbeynon@dsl.telocity.com>
> > Subject: RE: [oletrucks] Rear axle?/IFS front suspension
> >
> > the 79 firebird rear fits good hub to hub and has disc brakes and posi.
> >
> > Terry Beynon
> > 55-1 3100
> > 51 3106 (Suburban)
> > Chicago IL
> > www.beynon.net/terry.html
> >
> > - -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-oletrucks@autox.team.net
> > [mailto:owner-oletrucks@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Kevin Morisette
> > Sent: Friday, September 29, 2000 2:27 PM
> > To: oletrucks@autox.team.net
> > Subject: [oletrucks] Rear axle?/IFS front suspension
> >
> >
> > I went to the wreckers today and found one pacer, and talking to some
> > people
> > there I've decided against it because the parts are too hard to find.
> > I've
> > found an older chevy that goes for about $150 which I'll probably use.
> > For
> > the rear axle I want to use something that will match the 5-lug, and I'd
> > prefer
> > discs and positraction. They said one that has the right 5-lug spacing
> > the
> > same as the front would be from a Caprice. Anyone have any other
> > suggestions?
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 19:10:04 -0700
> > From: "W&D" <haist@jps.net>
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] 46 Oil Filter
> >
> > That handle is for removing the filter element. It pulls straight up and
> > off the center post / tube. It's a replaceable cartridge. Sounds like it
> > should have been replaced a long time ago. If the canister is as gummed
> > up
> > as you describe, you may want to remove the assembly and soak it in
> > solvent
> > and clean it thoroughly before replacing the filter. When you get the new
> > element, it should include a new gasket for the lid, also.
> >
> > You may want to check the archives for discussion on oil filters on the
> > old
> > engines. Some like them but I'm a believer in the school of thought that
> > says that the filer robs a little of the minimal oil pressure, filters
> > only
> > part of the total oil (partial flow) and an oil change of once every 1,000
> > miles with no filter is better.
> >
> > As to color, you'll find that in the archives as well.
> >
> > Happy truckin'.
> >
> > <><
> > Whitney Haist
> > Orinda, CA
> > Chevy Trucks: 2-'46s & a '39
> > www.jps.net/haist/artdeco.htm
> >
> > - ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Ole Trucks" <hollisbsa@hotmail.com>
> > To: <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
> > Sent: Saturday, September 30, 2000 4:35 PM
> > Subject: [oletrucks] 46 Oil Filter
> >
> >
> > > I just had a valve job on my motor 216 (all orginal). In doing the
> > valve
> > > job, I think that the copper pipes for the Oil Filter got twisted and
> > > started leaking. I have tightened them down and it seems to have stoped
> > the
> > > leaks. Well this got me to thinking that I should change the filter.
> > My
> > > filter has a black lid and is orange in color. It is attached to the
> > > mainfoild with two long U bolts. It has a bolt on the top - a good
> > place
> > to
> > > start. I took this off but could not lift the lid off. With so help I
> > was
> > > able to pry it off. However it was attached with a spring. I turned
> > the
> > > lid and was able to remove the lid. Next was a small handle on what I
> > am
> > > guessing is the filter. After removing about 1/8 inch of dirt and grime
> > I
> > > found this to be a metal lid. I have tried to pull this up with the
> > handel
> > > but I can not. It will spin in a fill circle - but not rise or fall at
> > all.
> > > The only thing that seems to hold it in place by what the spring on
> > the
> > > lid screws into.
> > >
> > > HELP - how do I remove this filter and how do I get a new one. Or is it
> > > like the air bath filter and it just needs to be cleaned.
> > >
> > > Also, if I repaint the lid should it be flat black or glossy black?
> > >
> > > I anyone getting 2 of every message for the past 3 days? It could be
> > just
> > > me in trying to get set up to post messages from a real ISP account and
> > not
> > > Hotmail....
> > >
> > > Thanks,
> > > Jim House
> > > 46 chevy 3104
> > > Hollis, NH
> > >
> > _________________________________________________________________________
> > >
> > >
> > > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> > >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 19:34:59 -0700
> > From: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] Re: 1946 Chev 3/4 ton
> >
> > >I never understood those "oletruckers" with multiple trucks until about 3
> > >hours ago.
> >
> >
> > Welcome to the club, Michael, or should I say, to the slippery slope?
> >
> > Regards,
> >
> > Grant S.
> > 54 3100 (mostly all there)
> > 54 3100 (mostly not there)
> > 55 1st 3100 (mostly rust)
> > Los Angeles, CA
> >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 19:44:29 -0700
> > From: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] hucks brakes
> >
> > >I forgot to mention that the brake drum seperated into two pieces.
> >
> > I thought I was the only one this happened to. I bet it's a result of
> > that
> > grooved drum design.
> >
> > I think the desiderata are fairly straightforward. On one hand, the
> > Bendix
> > are much easier to work on and get parts for.
> >
> > On the other, they are not original. I'm not sure if you need to change
> > the
> > backing plate. If so, you'll have to pull the axles to change the rears.
> >
> > You'll have to balance these factors to see what makes sense.
> >
> > Regards,
> >
> > Grant S.
> > 54 3100 (mostly all there)
> > 54 3100 (mostly not there)
> > 55 1st 3100 (mostly rust)
> > Los Angeles, CA
> >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 20:34:55 -0600
> > From: "Jays Mail" <jaybaker@ruralnetwork.net>
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] Re: 1946 Chev 3/4 ton
> >
> > Your just getting started don't need a 41 panel to round out the herd do
> > you? Just bought one for the rear doors and the seat the rest of it's
> > headed
> > down the road.
> > - -----Original Message-----
> > From: G. Simmons <gls@4link.net>
> > To: Michael Lubitz <mlrba@texas.net>
> > Cc: Old chevy truck advice <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
> > Date: Saturday, September 30, 2000 8:36 PM
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] Re: 1946 Chev 3/4 ton
> >
> >
> > >>I never understood those "oletruckers" with multiple trucks until about
> > 3
> > >>hours ago.
> > >
> > >
> > >Welcome to the club, Michael, or should I say, to the slippery slope?
> > >
> > >Regards,
> > >
> > >Grant S.
> > >54 3100 (mostly all there)
> > >54 3100 (mostly not there)
> > >55 1st 3100 (mostly rust)
> > >Los Angeles, CA
> > >
> > >
> > >oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> > >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sun, 1 Oct 2000 00:34:43 -0500
> > From: "Gene Merritt" <merrittgene@uswest.net>
> > Subject: [oletrucks] Salvage detours
> >
> > I will be travelling to eastern Kansas in about two weeks, so if anyone
> > has
> > any salvage yard info I would love to hear from you.
> >
> > I am looking for 1941-46 Chevy 1/2 ton parts (fenders, running boards,
> > grill), but am mostly looking for a excuse to get off the highway for a
> > while.
> >
> > Thanks for your help!
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sun, 1 Oct 2000 01:54:27 EDT
> > From: Jeffros54@cs.com
> > Subject: [oletrucks] Visor
> >
> > Good day to all,
> > I'm looking for a visor for my 54 and 55 1st trucks, I have not been
> > able
> > to find one for that year. Many people have told me to modify one to fit,
> > but
> > I think they made one for that year? Didn't they? Well thanks in advance
> > for
> > the feedback.
> > Later
> > Jeff
> > Springfield, Ore
> > 55 1st 3100 mine
> > 54 3100 my oldest sons
> > 54 3100 my youngst sons
> > 55 1st 3800 panel (maybe my 4X4 prodject)
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: 1 Oct 2000 08:01:05 -0000
> > From: miq@teleport.com
> > Subject: [oletrucks] Monthly Reminder
> >
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> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sun, 1 Oct 2000 07:43:38 EDT
> > From: MPHUDAK@aol.com
> > Subject: [oletrucks] Any one in or around Allentown, PA
> >
> > If anyone lives around or in Allentown, PA could you email me off list.
> > I'm
> > moving there with in the next month and a half and could use some info.
> > Thanks in Advance.
> >
> > Michael P. Hudak
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sun, 1 Oct 2000 07:20:15 -0500
> > From: "Michael Lubitz" <mlrba@texas.net>
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] Re: 1946 Chev 3/4 ton
> >
> > Guys,
> >
> > My first question on the '46. How do I get the battery out? I can see
> > that
> > it won't come through the cab floor. But the mounting doesn't seen to
> > allow
> > removal either. It does look like the stock battery holder. It was
> > corroded so I cut it with a hack saw to get the old battery out.
> >
> > Help.
> >
> > Whitney, I have had my '48 for some time. I never ever thought that I
> > would
> > get another truck. Do both your 46's run? Stock?
> >
> > My next thing is to make the '46 a little easier to drive. Maybe change
> > the
> > differential gearing. (It seems like the truck is comfortable at 45 or 50
> > mph and not much more.) Maybe put better brakes on the front. Also, can
> > I
> > (do I want to) soften the ride a little?
> >
> > Anyone's thoughts would be appreciated.
> >
> > Michael Lubitz
> > 1946 Chevy 3/4 ton stock
> > 1948 Chevrolet 3100, soon to be deluxe
> > Austin, Texas
> >
> > - ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "W&D" <haist@jps.net>
> > To: "Michael Lubitz" <mlrba@texas.net>
> > Sent: Saturday, September 30, 2000 8:49 PM
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] Re: 1946 Chev 3/4 ton
> >
> >
> > > Hi Michael,
> > > Congrats on the 'new' trucks. If you have any questions about the Art
> > Deco
> > > ('46) just give me a holler.
> > >
> > > <><
> > > Whitney Haist
> > > Orinda, CA
> > > Chevy Trucks: 2-'46s & a '39
> > > www.jps.net/haist/artdeco.htm
> > >
> > > ----- Original Message -----
> > > From: "Michael Lubitz" <mlrba@texas.net>
> > > To: <restoman@swbell.net>; <rlewis@sss.austin.tx.us>;
> > <kenell@bigfoot.com>;
> > > <emory.jones@gte.net>; <txjack@texas.net>; <boogerred@dellnet.com>;
> > > <terry_harman@bigfoot.com>; <GlennAFost@aol.com>
> > > Cc: "Old chevy truck advice" <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
> > > Sent: Saturday, September 30, 2000 4:47 PM
> > > Subject: [oletrucks] Re: 1946 Chev 3/4 ton
> > >
> > >
> > > > Guys and gals,
> > > >
> > > > Well, I be the one who now is the proud owner of a '46 3/4 ton Chevy.
> > I
> > > > would wonder why, but this bug just got in my blood so now there are
> > two:
> > > a
> > > > pretty stock black '46 and a rodded, soon to run and be green and
> > black,
> > > > '48.
> > > >
> > > > I am excited.
> > > >
> > > > I never understood those "oletruckers" with multiple trucks until
> > about
> > 3
> > > > hours ago.
> > > >
> > > > My new default signature:
> > > >
> > > > Michael Lubitz
> > > > 1946 Chevy 3/4 ton, stock
> > > > 1948 Chevrolet 3100, rodded and soon to be deluxe
> > > > Austin, Texas
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and
> > 1959
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sun, 01 Oct 2000 08:28:36 -0400
> > From: Wayne Osborne <wayne@chevytrucks.org>
> > Subject: [oletrucks] TF brake systems
> >
> > Decided to finally redo the brake system on my trucks, Brothers has a kit
> > which replaces the single master cyclinder with a dual cylinder with power
> > brakes, contacted Brothers as was told it is a bolt is whether you have
> > manual or automatic tranny. I'm sure i'll have to redo few lines, probably
> > do them all. Just curious if any other TF owners have used a similiar kit
> > and if so...How'd it go.... wayne
> > Wayne Osborne
> > 1956 Chevy Pickup
> > LaGrange Ga.
> > http://www.chevytrucks.org/users/wayne
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sun, 01 Oct 2000 09:06:44 EDT
> > From: "Don Fish" <bluecrow8@hotmail.com>
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] Visor
> >
> > I have a visor on my '54 that I think is original. The bracket base is
> > broken, but it is still functional. I am taking the headliner out today
> > so
> > I'll measure it to see if the ones at Chevy Duty ... match.
> >
> > Don
> > '54 3100 5 window in NY
> >
> >
> > >From: Jeffros54@cs.com
> > >Reply-To: Jeffros54@cs.com
> > >To: oletrucks@autox.team.net
> > >Subject: [oletrucks] Visor
> > >Date: Sun, 1 Oct 2000 01:54:27 EDT
> > >
> > >Good day to all,
> > > I'm looking for a visor for my 54 and 55 1st trucks, I have not been
> >
> > >able
> > >to find one for that year. Many people have told me to modify one to fit,
> >
> > >but
> > >I think they made one for that year? Didn't they? Well thanks in advance
> > >for
> > >the feedback.
> > > Later
> > > Jeff
> > > Springfield, Ore
> > > 55 1st 3100 mine
> > > 54 3100 my oldest sons
> > > 54 3100 my youngst sons
> > > 55 1st 3800 panel (maybe my 4X4 prodject)
> > >oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > _________________________________________________________________________
> >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sun, 1 Oct 2000 09:49:31 -0400
> > From: "Larry R. Kephart" <vpa@laroke.com>
> > Subject: RE: [oletrucks] REMOVAL
> >
> > I looked up this fellow's Profile at AOL. His favorite quote is "Stupid
> > people should not breed".
> >
> > Larry Kephart
> > 1955 1st 3100 Chevy (BillyBob)
> > 1991 Jeep Wrangler (Renegade)
> > Boca Raton, Florida
> > e-mail: webmaster@laroke.com
> > http://www.laroke.com/larryk4674/1998/billybob.htm
> >
> > - -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-oletrucks@autox.team.net
> > [mailto:owner-oletrucks@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of KHSDCOP@aol.com
> > Sent: Friday, September 29, 2000 8:35 PM
> > To: oletrucks@autox.team.net
> > Subject: [oletrucks] REMOVAL
> >
> >
> > THIS IS THE THIRD AND LAST TIME I AM GOING TO ASK YOU YO TAKE ME OFF THE
> > MAILING LIST!!! I WANT MY E-MAIL ADDRESS TAKEN OFF OF THE MAIL LIST NOW!!!
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sun, 01 Oct 2000 09:19:48 CDT
> > From: "Old GMC Pickup" <truxrme@hotmail.com>
> > Subject: Re: [oletrucks] Salvage detours
> >
> > Hello Gene,
> >
> > Try "East Jacks" in Jucction City KS, 1-785-238-7541 or 1-785-238-7161,
> > He is located off of I070 Hwy exit 290, Hours M-F/8:00am-5:00pm, Sat.
> > 8:00am-2:00pm. In business since 1963, has 1912 thru 1982 parts, trucks
> > and
> > cars, I'm going up this coming Saturday to pick up my 1939 Chevy Sedan,
> > tell
> > him I sent you....
> >
> > Also try "Bob Lint Motor Salvage" Rt. 2, Danville, KS. 1-316-962-5247 In
> > busness for 45 yrs.
> >
> >
> > Shawn Darr
> >
> >
> > >From: "Gene Merritt" <merrittgene@uswest.net>
> > >Reply-To: "Gene Merritt" <merrittgene@uswest.net>
> > >To: "old-chevy-truck" <old-chevy-truck@egroups.com>, "oletrucks"
> > ><oletrucks@autox.team.net>
> > >Subject: [oletrucks] Salvage detours
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> > >I will be travelling to eastern Kansas in about two weeks, so if anyone
> > has
> > >any salvage yard info I would love to hear from you.
> > >
> > >I am looking for 1941-46 Chevy 1/2 ton parts (fenders, running boards,
> > >grill), but am mostly looking for a excuse to get off the highway for a
> > >while.
> > >
> > >Thanks for your help!
> > >
> > >oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > _________________________________________________________________________
> >
> >
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > Date: Sun, 1 Oct 2000 11:02:13 EDT
> > From: Mikerross@aol.com
> > Subject: [oletrucks] Rear-end Conversion - 1977 Monte Carlo?
> >
> > At a recent old truck show I met a guy who had bought a restored/modified
> > 56
> > Chevy truck. He said he thought the rear end was taken from a 1977 Monte
> > Carlo and it was the perfect width.
> >
> > In all the time I've been a member of the list 've never heard anyone else
> >
> > mention that this ('77 Monte Carlo) was a conversion that would work.
> >
> > Anybody know anything about this?
> >
> > Thanks.
> >
> > Mike
> > '56
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> >
> > ------------------------------
> >
> > End of oletrucks-digest V2 #1101
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