I think I have Sta-lube high temp disc bearing grease in my bearing packer.You aren't likely to have issues with any of them if you use good lube. I use Mystic grease on all wheel bearings these days, I really like it.
I think I have Sta-lube high temp disc bearing grease in my bearing packer.You aren't likely to have issues with any of them if you use good lube. I use Mystic grease on all wheel bearings these days, I really like it.
I think I have Sta-lube high temp disc bearing grease in my bearing packer.
I’m going to install a later model plunger type electric brake light switch. The old pressure operated switch was on the old master cylinder. The new switch will be on the pedal assembly. So I made a bracket to hold the switch to the pedal bracket and another bracket that mounts to the pedal arm and actuates the switch.
It’s a PITA to have to make so many items. It eats up a lot of time.
My welder is crammed over in a dark corner, no nearby bench or vise. I need to get more parts and crap out of my garage so I can work.
Pretty sure it’s this stuff...The black stuff ? it is good stuff as well. I still pack by hand, the packer catches way too much abrasive particles from the air in the shop.
Dual system, you mean with a combo valve?Pressure switches were a constant source of trouble. You converted to a dual system didn't you ?
Dual system, you mean with a combo valve?
Yes. It had the scary-ass one line, jar type master cylinder. You blow a wheel cylinder and you’re along for the ride.Dual chamber master cylinder ... split system. Everybody made the switch in the late 60 s
Yes. It had the scary-ass one line, jar type master cylinder. You blow a wheel cylinder and you’re along for the ride.
Now it has dual master, combo valve.
I damn near killed a guy in the early 90s.Yep, those single systems really suck, I have had a few moments back in the day
I damn near killed a guy in the early 90s.
I about drove through a Pontiac Sunfire. Blew a rear wheel cylinder and blasted him going about 45, while he was stopped. Broke his driver seat hinge and dude was in the backseat.For the most part, I won't drive a single system any more, they shouldn't even be on the road IMO I have had some moments with older air brake systems too, many of them had no backup
I about drove through a Pontiac Sunfire. Blew a rear wheel cylinder and blasted him going about 45, while he was stopped. Broke his driver seat hinge and dude was in the backseat.
Sucked him right out of his seatbelt. I ran up to the drivers door and couldn’t believe it when nobody was there. Dude spilled out and went straight to the ground. Scared the hell out of me.Ouch
Damn.I just noticed something odd on my truck today. The frame VIN doesn't match the VIN number on the door warranty tag.
Everything is identical except the engine code. The frame says the truck came with a 292, the door says it came with a 6 cylinder.
It's weird, I've never seen that before. The consecutive number is correct, just a discrepancy in the engine code.Damn.
I haven't either. Somebody at the factory musta had a hangover.It's weird, I've never seen that before. The consecutive number is correct, just a discrepancy in the engine code.
I was thinking about this pic today. Ford never made a 4X4 Unibody, must've been a homemade modification or a dealer modification.Found this little gem looking at Vintage Modifieds. A 4X4 no less.
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It's a pain when real life interferes with fun.Can’t get anything done. Between the ongoing rain and work trying to monopolize all of my time with ridiculous meetings, OT and mandatory Saturdays...
I buy most everything on line now. I saved $120 on a new 5,000 lb electric tongue jack for the beast that's coming today. A new 13,500 BTU AC should be here next Monday for the beast that sell's for $790 locally. I bought it on line for $585. No taxes and free shipping for both. If you know exactly what you need then on line is the way to go.Snap-On 1/2" drive impact died last week. It's old enough that Snap-On no longer rebuilds them (20 yrs. old)
Bought an Ingersoll-Rand online today for a really nice price. Hopefully it gets here soon
Absolutely. Around here, the lack of brick and mortar stores makes it almost impossible to find certain items locally.I buy most everything on line now. I saved $120 on a new 5,000 lb electric tongue jack for the beast that's coming today. A new 13,500 BTU AC should be here next Monday for the beast that sell's for $790 locally. I bought it on line for $585. No taxes and free shipping for both. If you know exactly what you need then on line is the way to go.
I ordered the AC yesterday morning and got the tracking number email this morning. It will be here between 9 am and noon tomorrow. Like you I've never done business with them and am surprised at how efficient they are. I got it from PPL Motorhomes. The damn thing weighs 84 lbs so I'm having a shop install it for me. I like to do my own work but that's a bit much.I bought the impact online from JB Tool Sales. I’ve never ordered from them before. I ordered last night and I just got a shipping confirmation email so that’s a really good sign.
I like anticipating mail order goodies
Damn.Ha. So my theory about later model backing plates and drums is just that; a theory.
Freaking axle offset is about an 1/8”-1/4”, invisible without a tape measure. I even trimmed an 1/8” off of one of the new, sweet backing plates
Oh well, on to plan B. It’s just a time setback.
Thanks.It's been interesting reading your progress, my dad loves to fix up old cars so it's bringing back some good memories.