46Dodgegirl

Hello, Was wondering if anyone knew where I can buy the hubcap clips ?

Oh yes you're correct, we did take those off to get new ones... I forgot about those Thanks!

While I was looking under the truck today I found these on both sides, threaded. I dont know what they are. Can someone tell me ? thanks j

Thanks for that info, I personally wont be replacing it. I am only good with tearing things apart and losing the stuff that is needed. This time I organized everything-shock!!! My mech works on a 46 power wagon, that has won so many trophies he doesnt show anymore. Its extremely nice! Hes experienced with this model so Im in good hands. While Im waiting, I pulled the bumper off, replacing the rear lights and brackets with original. Cleaning everything up-lust of dirt over the years. ALTHOUGH - while I was under there I found a threaded bolt attached to the frame, one directly on the other side, obviously something is supposed to be attached to them. I will upload a picture if I can. I have just plywood for a bed, I was concidering taking that out too and just replace it with a nice piece of wood. I dont want to go original because I wont use it if I do. When I painted my Peterbilt, I didnt want to work it but was force to haha...Just how I roll! Thanks for all this info!! j

Is the adjustment you speak of regarding a Chrysler 65-72 years? This is what I have.

yes Scruffy49, I read your post when we were searching for a fix with this truck. I am confused with the axle grease/lubricant. First because, I just dont know theses things.. but I thought these type of bearings were "greased" not oiled. But someone said no, its an oil based lubricant. ok. Today I went to the mechanic to have it all fixed at itll be 350 for shocks, u-joints, brearings and labor. The bearings were $50.00 ea. Im just excited itll be running by this weekend. April is our areas', Kool April nights week. j

While we had it in the shop, there just wasnt enough room to get a good pull, so we took it outside. It helps to have the right tools!

I agree, it got a little of something and not enough of something else!

It's all apart and going to get new parts tomarrow. Its a 61-69 Chrysler rear end, so I should be able to find them. I hope.... I just bought it a year ago, so Im unsure what was done and what wasnt. Its a 318 motor, automatic tranny and a Chrysler broken rear bearing. Im very glad that we had the Custom Puller today because it WAS NOT breaking loose, no matter how hard we used the "hand dandy" sledge hammer ! I know the previous original owner took very good care of it but it was soon past down to his kids, so unsure what was done. We are the 2nd owners. j

Hey Guys and Gals, So this happened! Broke a rear bearing.... one side had plenty of grease, other side had none. Saddened by this event, so soon in the game. j

Thanks for the replies. My steering wheel is cracked pretty good already and one of the mechanics said it might crack even more and fall apart, a gamble. He works on a "show" dodge powerwagon here in town. I checked Larez, they dont go back to 1947 in their catalog.

Hello, Been searching high and low, went to several shops, called around, including "vintage powerwagon" ......and they all say I need to rebuild my steering box. It must be pulled and sent off to rebuilder. With that said, one of the guys states the steering wheel itself might break all apart and may not be repairable. Geez...cuz they said I cant buy a repoduction, theyre not available. Id have to buy a used one and Ive never seen a used one, during my year of searching. So my question is, has anyone gone through this and been successful? The last thing I want is my truck down for a month or 2 and no steering wheel on the planet, I drive it everyday. Any advice will help out. I had 2 real good shops in town look underneath/front end and theyve all said the truck is in good shape- its the steering box. Thanks for the help

My Husband bought me the same truck-Congrads!

Best Original, Best license plate, Best story about the truck

Yes, everything else is stock.

Then have the steering box rebuilt or do I need to purchase a new one to fit ?

Yes I looove this truck so much! On any given sunny day Im out driving it even if its to run and get milk. We have checked and greased it but it was prev greased right before we got it. Im to afraid of the freeway, its 70 mph here and I think this tops out at 55. Idk, I havent driven faster than that. Ive also been asked to sell it and I just laughed, smiled and said, sorry no. Im not letting this one go. Oh and the prev owner kept EVERY registration since 1960, amaizing!!! Thanks for all the info, j

Ok thanks for that info!! Yes I do plan to replace the shocks too but Its stops great, runs and sounds great. The Great grandson had lots of stories and said his ggpa loved and cared for this truck and it shows. I still keep in touch w him and send him pictures of the truck ( its been in two weddings so far) He and I cried saying goodbye to it as we drove away, bittersweet for him. Ive posted one picture but it keeps telling me I ran out of space when Im uploading. They arent huge pictures, just photos off my phone. ? I will try again..

Hello, He "replaced" the flathead w a 318 and put in an automatic. I should have clarified that, sorry.