TrevHedge

Thanks for that Tony. The current motor in the car is a long type, as in 25". And I have been told it came from an Army Aphibious vehicle. Also have the original engine in the shed, but no doubt it is in pretty bad shape and would have to be complete overhaul. I was of the understanding that the current engine would be better and perhaps bigger due to its Army role.

Unfortunately it doesn't look to have an engine number! Doesn't look as though it has been ground off either, the raised pad is there but it is just rough cast. Will take some pics when I have some good light on it.

I believe there are two types and mine is mounted externally somewhat, is yours the same as mine? If so it might work well for us to band together in the purchase from US to save on shipping and then one of us forward the item on via local post after it arrives. Some other pics of the truck, will take some more in the next few days. Since these images I have added a Stovebolt single Weber conversion and electronic ignition. I will get the number off the engine at some stage this weekend.

Thanks guys. Will a moderator pick this thread up and move it to the recommended part of the forum you mention? I will also aim to get some clearer photos of it in the near future to give you guys a better idea. I suspect the engine may be one of the biggest flatheads as it does have quite a bit of grunt. As to the items on the firewall you mention, I believe they are the brake and clutch master cylinders.

I have a 1959 Dodge Truck (Built in South Australia). It has a long flathead, apparently from an army amphibious vehicle in it (still also have the original engine block etc.). I can't locate any type of oil filter at all on the engine! Help, where can I find it? Or could it just not have one? I include some photos below, since those photos I have added a Stovebolt single carb conversion and electronic ignition conversion. The engine has good compression and runs reasonably well, although the water pump seems to make a horrible rattling noise and needs replacement (where can I get one?) Also interested to know if the front end styling etc. is unique to this built in Australia model or has things in common with a generic US produced version. It has 233 on the hood and that's about all I know about it. I think the number corresponds to the chassis layout rather than engine from what I have been able to ascertain, it has dual wheels at the back and is rear wheel drive. Also has a four-speed gearbox with a very short first. The truck has been used for many years by the previous owner to cart wood etc. from up the hills but now is unregistered and I also use it to cart wood and other things around my property. Cheers Trev