silverback Posted January 24, 2008 Report Share Posted January 24, 2008 first off let me say i am glad i found this site and pilot-house they have helped alot. i just picked up a 51' b-3-b-108 very solid has been in my wifes family for a long time was parked in a old feed shed in 81' i just got it out in november last year. here are some pics. many more questions to come. thanks, matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merle Coggins Posted January 24, 2008 Report Share Posted January 24, 2008 Looks pretty solid. And not bad lookin' once you knock the dust off. Welcome aboard. Merle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob_Koch Posted January 24, 2008 Report Share Posted January 24, 2008 Glad you found us. Looks like a great starter. Much better shape than I had to begin with. By the way, what part of the country are you in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverback Posted January 24, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2008 around st.louis missouri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Roach Posted January 24, 2008 Report Share Posted January 24, 2008 Looks to be in much better shape than what most of us started with. Good luck and keep us posted of your progress. Jim Roach Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Gaspard Posted January 25, 2008 Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 And what some of us would give for near-perfect front-end sheet metal and a straight bumper. Priceless! We look forward to following your project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldmopar Posted January 25, 2008 Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 Looks good my 49b1d was stored in a chicken coop until I got it last year from the original owner. Good thing these farmers never get rid of anything or we would not have toys to play with. Ed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dave Claussen Posted January 25, 2008 Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 Man, you really got lucky!! That's a great starter truck. Good solid body and that bumper is to a real find! Have you tried to start it yet? Are you planning on a restoration or something else? Good luck with it, whatever you decide. Keep us all posted on your progress. We like in-process pictures. They keep the rest of us inspired. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian hood Posted January 25, 2008 Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 I know it sounds silly but there is something pretty about those pictures. I LOVE THIS HOBBY!!!!! I hope you will keep a picture log. Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverback Posted January 25, 2008 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 haven't started it yet needs plug wires but i can't fin any with the tips that fit in the cap. maybe use new wires and the old brass fittings from the old wires? was running when parked and it does turn over so some new wires and some new fuel lines = vroom hopefully. some more pics for ya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldmopar Posted January 25, 2008 Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 haven't started it yet needs plug wires but i can't fin any with the tips that fit in the cap. maybe use new wires and the old brass fittings from the old wires? was running when parked and it does turn over so some new wires and some new fuel lines = vroom hopefully. some more pics for ya.[/img] There are different vendors that have parts but roberts should have most of what you need http://www.robertsmotorparts.com/index.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merle Coggins Posted January 25, 2008 Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 I got my plug wires from Farm & Fleet. It's a local farm supply store chain, sorta like Tractor Supply. If you have stores like that in your area, go look for generac cut to fit wires for a 6 cylinder tractor. I think mine were around $15. One end had the 90 degree booted spark plug end. The other end you cut to length and crimp on the distributor cap ends. They worked perfectly. Good luck. It looks like you're really getting into it already. Merle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Coatney Posted January 25, 2008 Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 Bought a wire set at TSC. Follow the link. http://www.tractorsupply.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay_10551_10001_50146_-1______?rFlag=true&cFlag=1 SKU Number: 0236693 Manufacturers Number: Wire Set; For 6 Cylinder $15.96 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plymouthy Adams Posted January 25, 2008 Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 Don..I bought my set there also..look fine..but I have noticed that the rubber is getting very hard to the touch..am concerned about cracking etc..how are your wires holding up?????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Coatney Posted January 25, 2008 Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 how are your wires holding up?????? Not sure. I will have to open the box (it is still sitting on my work bench in the garage) and check them out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBF Posted January 25, 2008 Report Share Posted January 25, 2008 What a great piece to start out with! Good luck and please keep us in pictures as you progress through the restoration. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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