Love the stories and the photos! Just goes to show that these old trucks were built to last! Damon
Evan, I've replaced all of the bushings in my springs. So if I drop my axle, would that give a better measurement to work from? If you...
I'd be glad to help, but I'm not real clear on which dimension you're seeking. I have a half ton pick-up with factory rear springs, but I'm using...
Almost forgot. Do you know the capacity of the '47-'48 factory tank? I'm hoping to have something in the 20-gallon range. Damon
Thanks, Evan! I think I'm going to try to find an OEM replacement for the '47-'48 trucks and use that, including the original filler spot. I...
Man, that is a neat old truck! Even better that you have your boy out in the shop helping you with your project. Damon
I'm sure there's nothing wrong with using the factory brakes... that system has worked for decades. I was only sharing the path I chose to take...
Ray, Just my two cents, but I chose to do the front disc brake upgrade, and I'm also putting a power brake booster on the firewall. Mine is a...
Don't feel bad, fellas. I've been stumped on my front disc brake conversion for about two months. Now that I THINK I have it figured out, it's...
Looks great to me! Lots of good ideas that appear to be very well executed. Great job, and thanks for sharing. Damon
Evan, Sharp work, sir! Could you share a little more information about the fuel tank mounted in the orange pick-up, please? Did you build a...
I was thinking the same thing about the neoprene seals, Nate. I believe that's what my overhaul kit came with, but I'll have to check to be sure....
Martinius, I forgot to mention another important difference in the transmissions. Anything built up to 1988 will have a cable-driven...
Sam, Welcome to the boards! Sounds like you've got a great truck. Any chance you can post some pictures of it sometime? We like photos...
Martinius, There are two basic groups of T-5 transmissions World Class (WC), and Non-World Class (NWC). The first group is found in later...
Charles, Does your engine have the rope or neoprene rear main seal? I really don't want to have to replace mine in as few as 8-10K. I'm...
Martinius, I don't know if it's the *best* combination, but I chose: 235 Engine (1958 block, 1961 head) 1986 T-5 transmission (S-10...
Period overdrive transmissions are out there, but seem difficult to come by. If you're staying with an inline six-cylinder, you may want to...
Chassis Engineering, Inc. (their website) makes a bolt-on IFS for Chevrolet AD pick-up trucks. Check out the system specific to those trucks...
Karen, Most folks go with the tank that fits between the frame rails at the rear of the bed. I'm using that space for a spare, so I'm going to...
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