Testament Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 viewtopic.php?f=17&t=28403 new project of the month I would say, looks like a sweeeet score in awesome working condition Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
governorsam Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 I agree. wicked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shizzl Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 very gnarly,i love that truck, theres one here on the coast sitting on the side of the road in not too bad condition if you ever need to hit some old dude up for parts... bloody bitchin...go for chrome smoke stacks please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 very nice mate! Whats the plans? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cubastreet Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 that is awesome diesel conversion? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyGal Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 Slam the shit out of it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyGal Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 http://www.stanceiseverything.com/2011/ ... -big-rigs/ http://www.stanceiseverything.com/wp-co ... /int_5.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tortron Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 Plans are: keep her tidy Drive every day If the engine doesnt want to play anymore (from what i can work out it is the original - i have 5 note books full of history, thoughts and tips) possible diesel conversion, as i have a nice list of things that "should" fit with little hassle. Or if i found a 6 cylinder model i would like the lump from that. However, these chrome bore flatheads were built to last forever, and this one seems to be doing just that. I came away with a tray load of parts. All are cleaned, identified, and general condition noted. Have put the wooden side boards on (also have a set of hungry boards/stock boards as this truck started as a farm truck, then as a hedge trimmers truck) and put the visor back on. Work wise shes pretty much 'done', the only things of note are to replace a line from an oiler to the clutch bearing and the left rear hub will need a speedy sleeve, but only just. Possibly skim the spare head i have to make up for using todays gas (interestingly its noted in the history that this occured right when the good old stuff was phased out). It would also be nice to find a wellside for this, but the chances of that are slim to none. Really i love it for what it is, its slow, old and requires alot of unusual by todays standards upkeep - turned your greaser for the water pump lately?, how about primed the carb with a manual pump in the mornings? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyteler Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 Best daily ever. Well done, sir, congratulations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 shot tori.... greased your kingpins today? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tortron Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 had a bit of a fiddle today and ordered some oldtime braided rubber hose for the clutch. Has been starting first pop every time (now that i have the knack) and running like a dream. There is a choke and throttle control inside the cab, so you can set and forget while she warms up. Not to mention fully equipped with automatic spark adjustment, so no further driver input is required, other than a full tank of gas. The joys of modern motoring. The kingpins were actually replaced not very many miles ago, as with pretty much everything else suspension related Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteretep Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 I love the tread style on the old tyres, what a sweet looking truck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mixmasterlex Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 So sweet. Vid of it driving along slowly please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
felixx Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 fella, that truck is the ducks nuts, cats meow and the dogs bollocks all rolled into one. I am incredibly jealous. I love the 60mph speedo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyfive Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 I wish to live on your daily commute so I can look forward to seeing it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beaver Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 Looks sweeter without sides on the deck imo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaMpylobacter Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 amazing. Love it. And the fact that the engine IS infact built to LAST. not to carry on for a few years, but until you're ready to retire it. perfect Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mixmasterlex Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 Where's my vid? DId I mention I love this truck? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unclejake Posted August 5, 2011 Share Posted August 5, 2011 http://www.trademe.co.nz/Business-farmi ... 995312.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tortron Posted August 7, 2011 Share Posted August 7, 2011 Epoxied, crimped, and re-epoxied the damaged tubes. have it sitting full of water right now, so will check in the morning for any dampness. Will also take my extremely good condition spare to the radiator man for testing (im told theres a pin hole somewhere in it, which is why it wasnt used when the fan hit last time). So that way - in 5 years when this fix fails i will only lose half a day swapping them over. Might go see the bolt man for some whitworth bolts for the radiator sides/grill sides. About half of them are there, with a couple of metric bolts thrown in for good measure. Also to install is a 2kg fire extinguisher, and i have a period correct tool roll, which will find a home on it somewhere Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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