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1. Re: [oletrucks] Bellhousing and flywheels (score: 1)
Author: "jack halton" <safesix@worldnet.att.net>
Date: Tue, 2 Nov 1999 06:20:08 -0500
You can use the later parts OK, the starters and flywheel must be used as a pair because of the different ring gear on the 12v flywheel. You'll also need a later ignition switch to use with the sole
/html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00020.html (8,859 bytes)

2. [oletrucks] Good words for vendors (score: 1)
Author: safesix@worldnet.att.net
Date: Tue, 02 Nov 1999 22:16:09 +0000
When I get good service from a vendor, I like to tell people on the list about it. Several years ago I purchased a 12V wiper conversion kit from Patricks Antique Cars & Trucks of Casa Grande, AZ. Thi
/html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00041.html (7,573 bytes)

3. Re: [oletrucks] Whadaboudafan? (score: 1)
Author: "jack halton" <safesix@worldnet.att.net>
Date: Wed, 3 Nov 1999 14:57:16 -0500
I guess a flex fan would work, but the ones I tried had too deep a pitch and hit the double groove pulley. A little trimming would probably fix this, but I just didn't like the idea of those thin, s
/html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00074.html (8,400 bytes)

4. Re: [oletrucks] 848 head? (score: 1)
Author: "jack halton" <safesix@worldnet.att.net>
Date: Thu, 4 Nov 1999 06:03:26 -0500
The "848" head for the 235 has slightly smaller combustion chambers, thus a little higher compression ratio than earlier models. The "848" is the last 3 digits of the casting number. they oletrucks i
/html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00101.html (7,218 bytes)

5. Re: [oletrucks] 55 GMC 150 motor? (score: 1)
Author: "jack halton" <safesix@worldnet.att.net>
Date: Thu, 4 Nov 1999 06:53:31 -0500
Although Chevy and GMC shared chassis and bodies, GMC's used a different family of engines through the 50's and most of the 60's. Generally larger physically, with thicker castings, bigger bearing su
/html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00102.html (10,100 bytes)

6. Re: [oletrucks] 55 GMC 150 motor? (score: 1)
Author: safesix@worldnet.att.net
Date: Thu, 04 Nov 1999 20:28:07 +0000
Yes! Canadian GMC's - at least the light duty pickups - used Chevrolet engines, at least during some years. Any Northern neighbors who may have more info on Canadian GMC's please confirm this. Also I
/html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00118.html (12,021 bytes)

7. [oletrucks] Re: Re. Pacer IRS swap to GM truck (score: 1)
Author: safesix@worldnet.att.net
Date: Fri, 05 Nov 1999 17:06:47 +0000
Not quite..the problem is that the TF frame is wider than that on the earlier trucks. The Pacer upper control arm attaching points can't clear the frame without cutting a chunk out of the frame. But
/html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00146.html (7,376 bytes)

8. [oletrucks] Jokes - not here thanks (score: 1)
Author: safesix@worldnet.att.net
Date: Fri, 05 Nov 1999 19:49:54 +0000
"Just hit the delete key..." is beside the point. This is a old-trucks mailing list. I like jokes, but not here. Anyone needing a daily shot of humour can get it by subscribing to the rec.humor newsg
/html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00156.html (6,601 bytes)

9. Re: [oletrucks] GMC olive engine paint (score: 1)
Author: safesix@worldnet.att.net
Date: Wed, 10 Nov 1999 18:54:02 +0000
I've gotten good service from Bill Hirsch co. The people there are really knowledgeable, and pleasant to deal with. They even sent me an assortment of various olive paint samples so I could choose th
/html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00254.html (8,229 bytes)

10. Re: [oletrucks] Missouri To Florida Registration (score: 1)
Author: safesix@worldnet.att.net
Date: Wed, 10 Nov 1999 21:36:38 +0000
Florida DMV will pose no problems if the VIN's match on the vehicle and title. They have some byzantine provisons for historic tags, but do issue "collectible" tags for anything over a certain age (
/html/oletrucks/1999-11/msg00259.html (7,970 bytes)

11. Re: [oletrucks] Cylinder Head Casting numbers (score: 1)
Author: safesix@worldnet.att.net
Date: Fri, 01 Oct 1999 14:54:16 +0000
I will look at home tonight for the 261 head casting number, I think I have it somewhere. A 261 head may be a difficult item to find. But a 235 head will work if steam holes are drilled to match tho
/html/oletrucks/1999-10/msg00009.html (8,377 bytes)

12. RE: [oletrucks] Ammeter current? (score: 1)
Author: safesix@worldnet.att.net
Date: Fri, 01 Oct 1999 20:46:22 +0000
This wire is 10 gauge on my '51 GMC (original 6 volt wiring). Probably went smaller with the change to 12 volts in '55. Jack / Winter Park FL oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between
/html/oletrucks/1999-10/msg00018.html (8,714 bytes)

13. Re: [oletrucks] Door locks on lever style handles... (score: 1)
Author: "jack halton" <safesix@worldnet.att.net>
Date: Wed, 6 Oct 1999 00:05:33 -0400
There was an extensive thread on this a while back. The truck you saw was correct, the driver's side door locks only from the inside, then you slide across the seat and get out on the passenger side.
/html/oletrucks/1999-10/msg00089.html (9,287 bytes)

14. Re: [oletrucks] AD Sheetmetal (score: 1)
Author: "jack halton" <safesix@worldnet.att.net>
Date: Wed, 6 Oct 1999 07:03:17 -0400
Michael et al, The cabs and fenders are the same except for the differences you note - but there are some differences in the sheet metal that shrouds the radiator, and where the hood latch attaches.
/html/oletrucks/1999-10/msg00095.html (9,754 bytes)

15. Re: [oletrucks] Repair manual (score: 1)
Author: "jack halton" <safesix@worldnet.att.net>
Date: Thu, 7 Oct 1999 22:57:36 -0400
For most repair operations, the GMC shop manual is more detailed, and better illustrated, than the Chevrolet version. Drivetrain, suspension, rear axle, cab and body are shared between the two at le
/html/oletrucks/1999-10/msg00119.html (7,511 bytes)

16. Re: [oletrucks] Carb question. (score: 1)
Author: "jack halton" <safesix@worldnet.att.net>
Date: Fri, 8 Oct 1999 06:45:27 -0400
I do't know much about the Carter carbs but there were many different Rochester model B single barrel carbs offered on GM inlines. They vary in CFM from about 200 to 250. CFM ratings for inline engin
/html/oletrucks/1999-10/msg00123.html (9,345 bytes)

17. Re: [oletrucks] Radio Repair (score: 1)
Author: safesix@worldnet.att.net
Date: Fri, 08 Oct 1999 13:41:02 +0000
I hope to connect this weekend with a guy in Sarasota FL who does these conversions. Will post results to the list. His web site is http://www.gate.net/~gtayman/index.html Jack / Winter Park FL oletr
/html/oletrucks/1999-10/msg00127.html (8,399 bytes)

18. Re: [oletrucks] Carb question. (score: 1)
Author: "jack halton" <safesix@worldnet.att.net>
Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 20:47:34 -0400
The Monojet Rochester was available on GM 194/230/250/292 inlines from 1968 to 1972. It was relatively short-lived because of the fuel crisis and emissions concerns. It uses a metering rod like AFBs
/html/oletrucks/1999-10/msg00157.html (12,929 bytes)

19. Re: [oletrucks] Radio Repair (score: 1)
Author: "jack halton" <safesix@worldnet.att.net>
Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 21:55:14 -0400
I visited Gary Tayman of Tayman Electrical today, in Sarasota FL. Gary does AM/FM conversions on original AM radios of the 50's and 60's and showed me several completed conversions, as well as one in
/html/oletrucks/1999-10/msg00158.html (13,524 bytes)

20. Re: [oletrucks] Radio Repair (score: 1)
Author: "jack halton" <safesix@worldnet.att.net>
Date: Mon, 11 Oct 1999 06:24:43 -0400
Sorry if that was mis-worded, the jacks they install on back of the radio are for CD input, not ouput (It was a long day). So the CD does send it's low-level signals throught the radio amps. For pri
/html/oletrucks/1999-10/msg00162.html (17,212 bytes)


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