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We’re about to start a break restoration of 2 Dodge 47 steakbeds. A 2 ton and a 1.5 ton. Working through the original mechanical user guide is helpful but we’re looking for more direction. Advice on required specialty tools and any tips on what to look out for. 1. Master cylinder leaks = will find new gasket. 2. break lines are in tact and holding fluid but should be replaced. 3. No pressure at all when pushing down on break peddle. 4. Will pull all 6 wheels (duel on rear) to start them see if bleeder valves can be carefully loosened). Opening question: What is most likely the case why we’re not feeling any back peddle pressure when pushing down on break? **Have yet to inspect drums and pads = likely need full cleaning/restoring.
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I recently bought a remarkably stock 1947 Dodge WC truck with the 218. This is my first post here but I've been lurking the forums for a month or so and what a blessing it has been! Ok, here goes...I am servicing the Carter BB carb and was wondering if anyone knows the desired vacuum setting for the idle screw. I was watching an old Mopar service video and it explained some basics about taking care of/how it works and it said for best results use a vacuum gauge to set the idle. Unfortunately, it didn't give desired readings. Does anyone have any more information on this? The truck is from Greeley Colorado and my concern is that it was tuned for mountainous climates. While cleaning the chassis I had a metering jet fall out from the frame rail! The truck seems to run fine in MN but I wanted to make sure I have it tuned properly with the right jet. I have a second question as well but I'll make a second post so as not to get two topics going in one thread. Thank you in advance!
