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    3.55 gears and dual cylinder master

    I added these two features to my 48 1/2 ton. Drives smooth with no noise and brakes feel fine. Now I need to get the speedo adapter in place so I...
    Thread by: oldbluetruck, Apr 13, 2015, 1 replies, in forum: 1947-1954
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    Electrical problems

    Sorry. I wasn't trying to high jack this thread. I thought I was starting a new one.
    Post by: oldbluetruck, Aug 27, 2014 in forum: 1947-1954
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    Electrical problems

    Grumpy starters 48 chevy half ton 6 volt. I thought it would be nice to switch over to key start. I have two starters and use an optima 6 volt...
    Post by: oldbluetruck, Aug 27, 2014 in forum: 1947-1954
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    Go faster but want to stop first

    Will do. Other truck grumpiness has set in. Truck usually runs fine but I noticed it misses some on idle and when I stop the idle speed goes...
    Post by: oldbluetruck, Jul 13, 2014 in forum: 1947-1954
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    Go faster but want to stop first

    Thank you for all the comments, experiences, and advice. I have decided to keep my current 4 wheel drum brakes and install a dual cell master...
    Post by: oldbluetruck, Jul 7, 2014 in forum: 1947-1954
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    Brothers Show and Shine

    Thanks Charles. I am trying to work out my brake and gear issues. I hope to see you there next year. Dennis
    Post by: oldbluetruck, Jul 5, 2014 in forum: 1947-1954
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    Go faster but want to stop first

    I am working on this. And trying to understand. Please be patient with me. I need the help. OK. I thought I understood that - with my current...
    Post by: oldbluetruck, Jul 5, 2014 in forum: 1947-1954
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    Go faster but want to stop first

    So.... The dual cell master cylinder set up for front disc brakes come with a proportioning valve. It has a 10# pressure valve to the rear for...
    Post by: oldbluetruck, Jul 4, 2014 in forum: 1947-1954
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    Go faster but want to stop first

    Thanks to all. I have bendix brakes all around now with a standard master cylinder. It stops fine with the original gears. I believe installing...
    Post by: oldbluetruck, Jul 3, 2014 in forum: 1947-1954
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    Go faster but want to stop first

    I will assume I use TF 15 inch rims. I don't go very far. Just want the convenience. Do I need disc brakes, or power booster, or should I...
    Post by: oldbluetruck, Jun 22, 2014 in forum: 1947-1954
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    Go faster but want to stop first

    I'm thinking of putting the 3.55 rear gears in but want better stopping first. I'm not sure of putting disc brakes on since I have 15 inch wheels...
    Thread by: oldbluetruck, Jun 21, 2014, 25 replies, in forum: 1947-1954
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    Los Angeles salvage yard

    Anyone heard of the Advance and Boston auto salvage on north mission just of the I 10 in Los Angeles?
    Thread by: oldbluetruck, Feb 20, 2014, 0 replies, in forum: 1947-1954