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  1. I've been coming to this site for about 16 years when it was the original format. Probably longer than most of you. I think the site has gotten too big (busy). It has taken an ugly turn. Someone asks a question and gets a sarcastic answer or sometimes a thread gets hi jacked by someone else and goes on and on completely off subject. I remember a time when moderators weren't needed and no one told you to do a search even if they know the correct answer had been addressed. I've seen many new members get slammed because they didn't use the search. I'm surprised some even come back after the warm reception they receive. This hobby is about having fun and sharing your knowledge and experience with others. Just my 2 cents.
    4 points
  2. Here's a few photos we took along the way. I bought the truck ('48 B-1-C 3/4 ton) in June of 2013. I found it locally, purchasing it from a fellow who'd picked it up 10 years prior. The fellow had rebuilt the engine, then ran out of steam. I was somehow able to get it for $1800, probably because it's a Dodge long bed rather than a Chevy short bed (def more popular round these parts). I've got something over 5k in it now and am sure to hit 6k before I'm through. Looking at what's available for under 10k and I'm very pleased with my investment. No show car to be sure, just a healthy, decent looking driver. The first shot shows the truck the day I brought it home. The bed was held on by just two bolts. The second shows my Crew Chief Glenn Pearce (my dad) on one of our regular Monday 'truck' days. He used to refer to the truck has 'Big Red', but not so much since I hit it with primer. The third shot shows the bed and rear end prior to starting. Our first effort was a complete brake system replacement. Then we installed the driveshaft with new u-joints. After that we did a complete rebuild of the fuel system from tank to carb. The fourth shot shows a cleaned up rear end with shocks. The fifth shot shows the new bed nearing completion (final major project). I found some red oak locally for about $150 and gave it several coats of uv semi-gloss urethane. My hat's off to the purists (how I lean), but it's a sin to cover up something so pretty. The sixth shot is a screen capture from video of my first run down the street on June 7 of this year. I notice the brakes and steering vary slightly from my 2012 Camry...
    2 points
  3. Welcome, looking forward to some pictures! Warning, we can have some cantankerous people here so don't take too much offense!
    1 point
  4. Already posted in the Off Topic Forum.
    1 point
  5. How is this bordering on a want ad when RobertKB says he is looking for a different source?
    1 point
  6. get the Bleach Boys...same songs...cleaner act..
    1 point
  7. I believe the real issue is the rude reception that newcomers receive if they ask a question here.
    1 point
  8. Youkon Jack, I fully agree with what you said. The last line of your post hits the nailhead. Having fun and talking with other old car owners is what it should be all about. This is my 2 cents. John R
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  9. I just wanted to take the opportunity of my two year anniversary on this forum to thank all of your for your help and assistance. You guys are great, definitely got me through a few hurdles. I'm happy to say that I got the truck on the road a few weeks ago, and took her on her maiden voyage last Tuesday. We took her about a 1/2 mile to a well-reviewed auto shop for tune-up/inspection/etc. My son rode shotgun, and my dad followed behind providing support and a ride back home. I still need to get the hang of downshifting from 3rd to 2nd. I've done it in the past, so just a matter of getting some practice time in. Will post a few pics here, but want to get this posted quick so I get it in on the 19th. Thanks! Ralph
    1 point
  10. Thanks Brent, we're gonna try!
    1 point
  11. So I was on my way to my dads to work on the 51 and I noticed a older dodge truck for sale. Well I was wrong. Much to my surprise it was a 40 Plymouth. Thought you guys might enjoy this.
    1 point
  12. I awoke early and drove to Kalamazoo. Arrived at the show location at about 10:55 AM. Discovered it was not possible to park near the show field and it was a long walk to the field that my knees are not really up to. But I was going to be a trooper and give it a shot. Parked, got out of my truck, walked about 10 steps, and the rain started falling. Returned to my truck and the rain storm got worse. I thought I was parked underneath Niagara falls. Then the lightning and wind started. I sat there for a few minutes and elected to return home. It rained really hard for the first 130 miles of the trip home then I drove out of it. Drove the 10 miles home just as the storm hit here. Sure hope I don't lose power again. Anyway I tried to make the show but it did not work out. Hope those who attended found a dry spot to sit out the storm. Sorry but I did not even take one photo.
    1 point
  13. Here is a picture of the pretty much square hold down for a 6V battery in a 47 Plymouth. There is a fixed threaded rod attached to the inner fender well and a removable threaded rod with hook on one end for the side closest to the engine. A washer and nut go on each rod to complete the hold down process. As you can see, the loops are offset, one toward the front, the other toward the rear. If you can't find just the right exact item......there are lots of ways you can make something workable.
    1 point
  14. I have a '38 Plymouth Coupe, nearly identical to yours. I have the stock battery box with an 1/8" flat bar bent for a hold down, because I converted the car to 12V & the battery is to big for the stock cover. I have the stock cover, which is missing the inspection plate, which I may use in the future when I get a new battery that fits a bit better. If you need pics, let me know & I will snap a few and post them.
    1 point
  15. It's all about showing off the rich and famous and how they were chauffeured around in the day. Today it's done in a big black ugly nothing limo car. I'm working on a 1935 Custom Imperial CW Airflow limousine. A very rare car too.
    1 point
  16. When you're done using the blow gun and vac, go over it again using a paint gun, empty using the same patterns you would use if actually painting it. A paint gun will move dirt and debris differently than a blow gun does and if there is any debris while painting, it will surely blow it into fresh, wet paint. Just passing on a lesson learned.
    1 point
  17. Had a new customer stop in our shop the other day. The have a 50s pick up and a 50s panel. They will be coming to the 9th BBQ.
    1 point
  18. A little more progress. New Moog springs and tie rod ends. Going with Scarebird front discs. I'd like to give some credit to Rich Hartung for the loan of his Miller tools to put the A-arms back together. Made it go much smoother and quicker. Rich is offering a great service loaning these tools out.
    1 point
  19. You might give the shoe reliner the drum measurements so they can arc your shoes to each drum size. It will make your shoe fitting and pedal feel high ,firm easy to accomplish and accurate. The brake shoe reliner guy I use always does it for all old fixed anchor and bendix shoes. Bob
    1 point
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