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281. Re: [oletrucks] 6 lug disk brakes and dual m/c (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Tue, 15 Feb 2000 18:10:43 -0800; I second what Rawlin says about needing a dual master cyllinder. My single m/c barkes went out one me once (once is enough) and I didn't even have a parking brake. It was Mr. Toad's Wild Ride for a w; /html/oletrucks/2000-02/msg00507.html (8,236 bytes)
282. Re: [oletrucks] Dual Master Cylinders (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Tue, 15 Feb 2000 20:55:13 -0800; Hi Tom, I got a nice non-power dual m/c from pickups northwest. The adaptor was well made and the m/c fit in nicely, if a little tight with the saginaw 4 speed. You can put the m/c in without too muc; /html/oletrucks/2000-02/msg00518.html (6,881 bytes)
283. Re: [oletrucks] 6 lug disk brakes and dual m/c (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Tue, 15 Feb 2000 23:46:35 -0800; Hi Lonnie, I saw a setup in a magazine a while ago that had one pedal and two m/cs. If it interests anyone I'll see if I can find info. Some limos have two separate brake pedals with each m/c contro; /html/oletrucks/2000-02/msg00521.html (8,141 bytes)
284. Re: [oletrucks] Break cylinder question (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Fri, 18 Feb 2000 20:47:00 -0800; I flushed mine clear with rubbing alcohol before putting the DOT 5. Regards, Grant S. oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959; /html/oletrucks/2000-02/msg00619.html (8,675 bytes)
285. [oletrucks] Canopy express for sale (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Sat, 19 Feb 2000 22:06:52 -0800; I saw this in the local (Los Angeles) classifieds. Wish I could consider it, but I've got all I can handle. Don't know anything more than what's in the ad. Ad Text : 1951 Chevrolet ㎡on canopy expr; /html/oletrucks/2000-02/msg00641.html (6,644 bytes)
286. Re: [oletrucks] Windshield wipers (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Sun, 20 Feb 2000 20:41:07 -0800; go Hi Deve, These are not bolt-in units, at least for my '54. The wiper transmission holes don't bolt up easily, and the on-off switch isn't right and needs modification to fit an original knob. I b; /html/oletrucks/2000-02/msg00656.html (7,786 bytes)
287. [oletrucks] Re: [old-chevy-truck] The Joy Of A New Toy (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Wed, 23 Feb 2000 16:36:18 -0800; Hi Paul, You're going to be real happy that you got that cabinet. My wimpy little bench cabinet is one of my most frequently used tools. You can get decent rubber gloves at Harbor Freight. The ones I; /html/oletrucks/2000-02/msg00768.html (7,911 bytes)
288. Re: [oletrucks] FYI (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Wed, 23 Feb 2000 21:01:46 -0800; Hi Deve, paintbrush to paint it on. I cant cover You know, a paint brush is fine for the cast iron pieces like block, head and waterpump. You can't see any brush marks because the surface is rough. I; /html/oletrucks/2000-02/msg00783.html (8,257 bytes)
289. Re: [oletrucks] Suppliers take note Re. paint info. (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000 09:22:31 -0800; the I find using a wax paper cup works pretty well as an informal measuring cup. Usually the small dixie cups, so that I don't have to measure in ractions of a cup. My paint store has real measuring; /html/oletrucks/2000-02/msg00795.html (8,306 bytes)
290. Re: [oletrucks] ruined day (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Sun, 27 Feb 2000 10:37:17 -0800; Hi Brad, The vertical grille nose can be had from classic truck suppliers for about $80 plus shipping. Assumming that you can beat the dents out of the bottom piece, the primer and paint will cost in; /html/oletrucks/2000-02/msg00867.html (7,411 bytes)
291. Re: [oletrucks] which books and manuals? (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 02:34:09 -0800; I second the recommendation for Tom Brownell's book. A bit out of date on some of its sources, but a real practical book for restoring trucks. I also like California Bill's Speed Manual, but not as a; /html/oletrucks/2000-01/msg00067.html (7,508 bytes)
292. Re: [oletrucks] FREE 1955 GMC 1/2 ton (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 17:15:08 -0800; Isn't it just the worst feeling? I just got a notice from the City of LA to move my "inoperable vehicle" out of my driveway. I guess that lets me out too, darn it. Regards, Grant S. gls@4link.net ole; /html/oletrucks/2000-01/msg00086.html (7,707 bytes)
293. Re: [oletrucks] Axle seal surface. (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 20:10:26 -0800; Hi Kevin, I'd take it to a welding shop and ask them if they could build up a matching alloy. Maybe a hard surface rod would do. If so, you could then take it to a machine shop and have them grind it; /html/oletrucks/2000-01/msg00098.html (8,662 bytes)
294. Re: [oletrucks] Body Work (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Sat, 8 Jan 2000 21:52:26 -0800; Hi Deve, paint? Deve, at this point, invest in an air compressor if you don't have one. It is an enormous help in restoring an old car/truck. At this point in your restoration, you could get a dual a; /html/oletrucks/2000-01/msg00193.html (9,756 bytes)
295. Re: [oletrucks] shop (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Sat, 8 Jan 2000 22:02:21 -0800; Hi Jimmy, Looks like you're in Florida, so I'll have to raincheck on the visit, since I;mm across the country. But I'd like to hear about how you're going to arrange your new shop. How are you going; /html/oletrucks/2000-01/msg00195.html (7,730 bytes)
296. Re: [oletrucks] shop ideas (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Mon, 10 Jan 2000 20:54:17 -0800; I have a garage sized workshop, but I do not regularly move cars in and out of it, so I recently decided to get rid of the one-piece swing up garage door and replace it with two swing out side doors.; /html/oletrucks/2000-01/msg00237.html (9,087 bytes)
297. Re: [oletrucks] New Member truck story (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Tue, 11 Jan 2000 20:53:31 -0800; Hi Stan, Glad to have you with us. It isn't quite that easy. The fenders are different too. You'd have to put both 53 fenders and grille on. Not too hard, though. More a question of taste than techni; /html/oletrucks/2000-01/msg00256.html (7,070 bytes)
298. Re: [oletrucks] Body jigs (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Wed, 12 Jan 2000 20:29:02 -0800; Wray Schelin is a very interesting guy. He has a how to posted at http://www.artmetal.com/brambush/forging/proj06/ where he makes a jaguar fender out of sheet steel. He has other demonstrations on th; /html/oletrucks/2000-01/msg00296.html (7,760 bytes)
299. Re: [oletrucks] Blast Cabinet Advice Needed (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Fri, 14 Jan 2000 16:14:35 -0800; Hi Deve, My blast cabinet is one of my most frequently used tools. I made my first blast cabinet out of a big cardboard box and some plexiglass. Worked surprisingly well, but as I did more, I decided; /html/oletrucks/2000-01/msg00327.html (7,676 bytes)
300. Re: [oletrucks] Silent Stupidity (score: 1): Author: "G. Simmons" <gls@4link.net>; Date: Sat, 15 Jan 2000 19:44:10 -0800; Hi Deve: Experience is the best teacher. Where's that company located? How much did it cost? On the frame, it all sounds good, and in fact sanding a layer of primer is going to give you a really nice; /html/oletrucks/2000-01/msg00334.html (7,680 bytes)

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