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My local Napa store could not find the GL-1 on their computer either. I'm in Ca. The very experienced counter man finally pulled out the paper copy of Napa's lubricant book. Still no luck, so I asked if I could look at the book while he waited on someone else. I found it and the same part # shown in the picture that T120 posted above. Then I asked the man to punch the part # in his computer that showed they have it available, just not in that store but another about 90 miles away did. I got the oil the next day! Worth a phone call to your closest Napa store and have them search that 65-201 part #.?? DJ

My weather report is no rain...just clouds....hope hope hope. Oh the first Truck showed up today....the yellow panel in the flyer. I mentioned the weather. He looked at me and said "I don't care...it's a truck...it'll dry off." 48D

I found this in Kentucky; its a 58 Dodge utility truck that was retired from a local fire department several years back. Other than some rust here and there and a bad repaint this thing is solid as a rock and runs and drives really nice for a 61 year old truck. 230 inch flathead with a four speed. Not sure what I'm going to do with it yet; the guy i got it from had it licensed and used it for a weekend cruiser. For now I'll probably just put a new factory floor mat in it, replace the dry rotted tires, find some matching hubcaps, and cruise it to the local shows.

Well brackets made. Thanks for the help fellas.

Engine trans come in bout 750 rear axle springs about 200, bare fame can be lifted easily by three or four people 300 for front suspension and steering. 200 for wheels and tires. Bumpers and brackets another hyndred. That leaves about 1200 for body and interior fenders hood trunk lid and doors seat remove those that, leaves about six hundred for main body shell.

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The gl1 rating I important in that the lubricant formula is free of additives that re not suitable for use where brass, bronze,and other white metals are used in synchronizer parts. How quickly any negative effect woud be noticed enough to performanceof the transmissions would be at best an educated guess. With vintage, limited use vehicle it might be a month or years. Older lubericants are getting harder to find,so if your lube chart specifies them you should probably stock up when you find them. Mother Mopar chose not complicate Pymouth with fancy drive trains till 53/54 when Hydrive was introduced, but these shared egine oil between the engine and trans, no still no exoctic fluids just more good old SAE 30, nine quarts if I recall correctly.

Maybe its just me, but I would never drain any old fluid until I had purchased a suitable replacement.....

IF you get a tape, you still have to use the piston stop and degree wheel to properly position the tape.....if you go this route, a good scratch awl and some highlight paint will suffice and you can save purchase of the tape and shipping cost......anyone that has ever used a piston stop and a degree wheel will clearly understand why it is the only method you can accurately define TDC...sometimes doing your best is not good enough, sometimes it has to be done right...

If you purchase a tape, you would need to be sure it is for a damper of the same diameter as yours.

just be safe

And because I never saw my firewall from this side here’s a pic of how it came out. I have some work to do on it but not a ton mostly paint and a little grinding. A few seams on the square tube frame that were never welded underneath.

Not too bad for Ca. Good for you! Wonder how that price compares to other states?, but this off topic, so I will just have to wonder on! ? Best of luck with your project! DJ

I'm coming for sure next year! I promise.....it's in print now!!!!

here is a parts car...…… https://www.ebay.com/itm/Bonnie-Clyde-1954-Plymouth-Station-Wagon-Dodge-1953-1953-Neon-Sign-Rat-Rod/183046312241?hash=item2a9e691131:g:LQcAAOSwweRZkES0 I'm still laughing by the way...….what a joke

THANK YOU Tim, It’s a great honor to be on this list of great guys. One of these years I am coming. I am 53 and still never stepped foot in California. Have a great weekend boys and girls this weekend and appreciate your host and hostess, it takes a lot to put something of this caliber on.

A little fresh rubber makes a difference.

We used to advance the timing until the motor pinged then back it off a smidge til it didn't. Not very scientific but used to win nearly drag between lights with the old 47....

Wow 800 for a sleeve? My 270 hemi had a hole in one cylinder and that one would have cost me 100

Its less than a week away....time to fill the gas tanks and load the ice chests brothers! With the BBQ almost here.... it always happens, a few forum names will come up....some asking questions like "wonder what he's like?" "wonder if he'll come out next year?" or "wouldn't it be great if that guy was here, I'd like to talk with him". It's what created the "Wish You Were Here Award". An award that reminds everyone on the forum, no matter where you're at, you're invited!! Past winners: 2008 Don Coatney 2009 Merle Coggins 2010 Hank aka HanksB3B 2011 Ed aka Young ED 2012 Bud aka Budstruck 2013 Tim Adams aka Plymouthy Adams 2014 Mark aka ggdad1951 and Davin aka Desotodav 2015 Joe Hanely aka 52b3 Joe 2016 Dave aka Dave72dt 2017 Rob aka Dodge4ya 2018 JBNeal This year, its a guy who has tried to get to the Q' a few times and has defaulted because of work or his family. We all can all get behind a guy like that, because that's what really matters most. But that doesn't change the fact it would be nice to see him here someday! He always has a kind word when needed, and helpful information if relevant. We all know he has owned the most beautiful semi-truck you've ever seen in recent history of these old Dodge Trucks. But, again, he choose family, when choosing a classic ride that would include everyone when it came time to enjoy the weekend. He'll get here someday, and I know that when he does, it'll seem like he's never missed a single one. • 2019 Todd B • Congratulations!!! Look for your trophy in the mail my friend. 48D

I came across these two short tutorials on how a mechanical voltage regulator functions in detail. Apparently there are two basic types depending on how the generator field winding is wired, type A and type B. Other than that, the two types are identical. I'm guessing Pilothouse Dodge trucks use something closer to type A. They explain how the three parts of a voltage regulator control charging the battery, how it prevents the battery from draining back to ground through the generator when generator voltage is low or zero, and how it prevents overcurrent and over overvoltage conditions from happening. Just good stuff to know. Type A Type B

Had a few of the locals stop by and help ready the ranch for the festivities!! CYA THERE!! 48D Thank you Charlie and Jimmie!

So, RAD would be more of an Accessory connector, as the radio can usually be powered with the key turned counter clockwise. Then GA, or gauge terminal, would also power up the coil in the clockwise position only?