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21. Re: [oletrucks] garage floor slab (score: 1)
Author: "R. Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Sun, 1 Oct 2000 19:17:57 -0500
I used 3500# concrete for a floor in my barn and did not use rebar. Instead, the concrete mix had fiberglass mixed in with it - I think it cost about $5/yard more, but they said the slab shouldn't cr
/html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00015.html (9,529 bytes)

22. Re: [oletrucks] Jim Carter Truck guy, you out there? (score: 1)
Author: "R Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Mon, 9 Oct 2000 13:42:01 -0500
I need an update on that info also. Thanks. -Bob when I oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
/html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00227.html (7,378 bytes)

23. Re: [oletrucks] IFS brand recommendation (score: 1)
Author: "R Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Wed, 6 Sep 2000 07:55:13 -0500
Jim Meyer also has a web site: unless permanently welded in position. One can always weld or tack weld the system after its bolted in place if you're concerned about that. oletrucks is devoted to Che
/html/oletrucks/2000-09/msg00147.html (8,824 bytes)

24. Re: [oletrucks] IFS brand recommendation (score: 1)
Author: "R Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Wed, 6 Sep 2000 08:43:13 -0500
Resources and testing can be minimized with the software tools available these days - I have an IFS on my 56 TF that was built by a circle track racer back in the mid-80s. It uses an upper tube a-arm
/html/oletrucks/2000-09/msg00149.html (11,498 bytes)

25. [oletrucks] Taillights and Cops (score: 1)
Author: "R. Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Sat, 23 Sep 2000 13:30:11 -0500
Some time ago there were a fair number of discussions re blue dots and laws in particular states as to their legality. Yesterday, my son, in his 55 1st Series, was stopped by a local cop in Oklahoma
/html/oletrucks/2000-09/msg00766.html (8,034 bytes)

26. Re: [oletrucks] Wiring Harness Experiences (score: 1)
Author: "R. Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Sun, 27 Aug 2000 10:42:54 -0500
I used the American Autowire System. I think the guy that started this used to work for Ron Francis. What I like about their panel is it doesn't use terminal wire connectors going to the main panel.
/html/oletrucks/2000-08/msg00887.html (9,254 bytes)

27. Re: [oletrucks] 3100 AD weight - spring rate (score: 1)
Author: "Robert Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Wed, 12 Jul 2000 09:52:46 -0500
Mark, my son's 55 1st Series 1/2-ton (with Malibu front clip) weighs 3400 lbs w/o driver. My 56 TF Cameo weighs 3570 lbs w/o driver and less than a 1/4 tank of gas. We weighed them both at the local
/html/oletrucks/2000-07/msg00438.html (11,899 bytes)

28. Re: [oletrucks] caddy rear ends (score: 1)
Author: "R. Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Sat, 29 Jul 2000 18:16:13 -0500
I used the caliper mounting plate and calipers from a 79 Sedan DeVille on my 80 T/A 10-bolt rearend in my 56 - they were a bolt-on. The rotors were 5 on 5 bolt pattern - I don't know what the Seville
/html/oletrucks/2000-07/msg01158.html (8,279 bytes)

29. Re: [oletrucks] RE: spindles (score: 1)
Author: "Robert Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Tue, 30 May 2000 11:17:54 -0500
I used a similar kit from GSPP quite a few years ago on my 56 TF. Plan exactly what your steps are going to be and have all the tools necessary. When I put one of these bearing adapters on (I heated
/html/oletrucks/2000-05/msg00816.html (10,247 bytes)

30. Re: [oletrucks] Radiator (score: 1)
Author: "Robert Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Fri, 7 Apr 2000 10:24:21 -0500
I agree re the comments that the impact of a high stall converter impacts trans fluid temps much more so than the engine temp, however, it has always been my understanding that the primary use of the
/html/oletrucks/2000-04/msg00137.html (9,043 bytes)

31. Re: [oletrucks] Radiators and hi-stall converters (score: 1)
Author: "R. Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Fri, 7 Apr 2000 22:33:00 -0500
I realize the liquid to metal interface is better for heat transfer but I think just as important is the temp differential. In the radiator the 200-230 deg trans fluid is transferring heat to a liqui
/html/oletrucks/2000-04/msg00152.html (8,297 bytes)

32. Re: [oletrucks] Radiators and hi-stall converters (score: 1)
Author: "R. Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Sun, 9 Apr 2000 17:54:19 -0500
Can you provide a little more info on the pistol thermometers? Haven't heard about those. What about their accuracy? How does one point and shoot when driving? -Bob Welch 56 Cameo 55 Belair temps the
/html/oletrucks/2000-04/msg00176.html (7,882 bytes)

33. Re: [oletrucks] Subframe Width Problem (score: 1)
Author: "Robert Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Tue, 11 Apr 2000 13:05:37 -0500
What is the width and back spacing of you rims? These are probably the easiest changes that can be made but may not be the least expensive. Bob Welch 56 Cameo 55 Belair tires mine and has oletrucks i
/html/oletrucks/2000-04/msg00225.html (8,870 bytes)

34. Re: [oletrucks] Subframe Width Problem (score: 1)
Author: "Robert Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Tue, 11 Apr 2000 13:25:56 -0500
I suppose you could go with 14" tires and a lower aspect ratio (60 series?). That could get you as much as an inch more clearance. How much additional clearance do you think you need to keep the tire
/html/oletrucks/2000-04/msg00227.html (8,757 bytes)

35. Re: [oletrucks] original seat for sale (score: 1)
Author: "R. Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Sat, 15 Apr 2000 12:08:12 -0500
Bill, what did you take the bucket seats from? Is there a picture on your website? For some reason my browser won't open the link you specified. I've been looking for buckets for both an AD and TF tr
/html/oletrucks/2000-04/msg00318.html (7,672 bytes)

36. Re: [oletrucks] Parts Man in Oklahoma (score: 1)
Author: "Robert Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Fri, 3 Mar 2000 10:42:17 -0600
Jim, I know who you are referring to - he lives in Chouteau, Ok, I believe, east of Tulsa. I have spoken with him several times at car shows. I should have contact info for him at home - I'll retriev
/html/oletrucks/2000-03/msg00048.html (8,092 bytes)

37. Re: [oletrucks] TF MII Question (score: 1)
Author: "Robert Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Fri, 3 Mar 2000 10:42:44 -0600
I'm running a Power R&P on my 56 and it doesn't leak. I have no idea what it would be like if it were manual though. I'm not running MII suspension but I am running the MII R&P. Bob Welch 56 Cameo 55
/html/oletrucks/2000-03/msg00049.html (8,115 bytes)

38. Re: [oletrucks] TF MII Question (score: 1)
Author: "Robert Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Fri, 3 Mar 2000 11:34:03 -0600
Guess I should add that my steering/road feel is quite good and I have not experienced the "twitchy" or over sensitive affect. I might also mention I am running a stock GM PS pump and I have not put
/html/oletrucks/2000-03/msg00052.html (8,213 bytes)

39. Re: [oletrucks] Oil Pressure Problems? (score: 1)
Author: "Robert Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Tue, 18 Jan 2000 09:12:40 -0600
I've been told that excessive (sorry, I don't know how much is excessive) side clearance on the rod big ends can cause low idling oil pressure lso. -Bob I've believe that excessive (sorry, I don't kn
/html/oletrucks/2000-01/msg00398.html (8,578 bytes)

40. [oletrucks] Gas Tank Sending Unit (score: 1)
Author: "Robert Welch" <rwelch@ionet.net>
Date: Mon, 24 Jan 2000 15:52:36 -0600
I have installed a gas tank between the frame rails on the rear of my 56 TF. I am ready to position the VDO sending unit in the tank - should the arm on the sending unit be parallel to the normal mov
/html/oletrucks/2000-01/msg00600.html (7,065 bytes)


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