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Classic Trucks Magazine Forumshttp://forums.classictrucks.comJoin the Classic Truck Forum at Classic Trucks Magazine to discuss your truck, modifications & projects, tech questions, latest news, shows & events, and more.http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7897657/1961_up_classic_fords/plow_truck_coil_springs/index.htmlSat, 07 Nov 2009 23:11:22 -0800Plow truck coil springs?
Hi guys, this is my first post here... I picked up an old 78 F150 plow truck the other day. Hit a few bumps on the way home and the front end bounced up and down so badly, I thought the rear end might go airborn! I ran the VIN and the truck was originally a 6cylinder, but the last owner swapped that out for an old 352 V8, and added the plow. Am I able to use F250 coils up front, or something else, or should I order a set of heavy-duty aftermarkets for a 150? Same question for front shocks. I don't want to change the ride hide, it sits nice now, just shady driving... Snow is coming guys, I need some input. Thanks

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this is dumb question but never taken off them how do you get the rear front spring unhooked thanks pete

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I am thinking about getting a 86 F250 from a friend and there is a couple issues with it. He was driving down the highway at 55mph when he heard a pop and a large cloud of smoke roll out in the mirror. The thing went through two quarts of oil in about 40 miles! It now blows the PCV valve out of the valve cover and blows oil out the dipstick tube. My first thought is that it dropped a valve and jabbed a hole in a piston. That is the only thing I can think of that would put that much pressure inside the engine block. Can anyone support my theory or give me any other possibilities to check. The truck is free if I want it so I could justify fixing it, but dont really want to put a new engine it when I already have a truck that needs an engine overhaul.

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I am in the beginning stage of the restoration of my 1950 Ford Truck. I have all of my modifications to the dash and body done that I plan on making and now I am looking at starting the body work and painting. I would like to media blast the body and frame to start fresh with everything and have a good idea what I have under the old paint. I know it would save me a lot of time with a sander but I have been told it could damage the body panels if it is not done correctly. I have done some research but every shop has it’s preference on what media is best. Is it worth the cost to do the blasting and does anyone that has used media blasting have any suggestions on the type of media to get the best result without damaging the body. Thanks

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I'm looking for a copy of September 2008. It's volume 17 No 9 and has a silver and purple truck on the front. This magazine features '47-'54 Chevy/GMCs buyers guide. My kids got ahold of it and I can not read a portion of it.

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For Sale 1966 Chevy Factory 6 Man Crew Cab PU one of 130 made is in good running cond and is in primer for some of the bdoy work is started. Was going to build a street rod out of it but got injured in an automobile accident and can not do what I wanted to do to it.I am asking 15,000 OBO Randy

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I just bought a 1959 apache with a 4 speed on the floor and a 235ci inline 6 cylinder. The motor is bad. I found a 1961 235ci inline 6 cylinder with a 3 speed. I want to keep the 4 speed. Question is: can I put the 4 speed on the 1961 motor? or will I need a new bell housing? thanks Randy Princeton, NC 1959 Chevrolet Apache 36

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J. P. L. Street Rods (724) 375-3940 Dude :cool:

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My husband bought me a 51 chevy with a Camaro something. I want to buy some new rimes. Ralley I think? The wheels on it now are 15 inch & the tires look to be 8 inches wide. How do I know how to get the correct measurments? I want to do this without his help. I saw where he signed on to this site & got some previous help. Thanks alot, Marty 51 chevy 1/2 ton. 350 chevy engine. automatic tranny with power steering.

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I figured out how to post a pic of the truck. It is in the readers rides section.

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I'd say you need to need to pull the carb, clean it out & throw a kit in it. Then go buy an Edelbrock tuning kit, and try to make it run right. Personally, I've had no luck with Edelbrock carbs. I like the old, simple, reliable, versatile Quadrajet.

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I hope this is the correct board to put this information. www.ahwooga.com - I’ll be brief. This site is going to go live Jan 1st. You can buy, sell, or offer services and products without final sales fees. It’s like an online swap meet with very simple rules. We know you are car people just like us, so we just wanted to share what was coming up. The first 5000 sellers get three months free membership. If you are interested in being one of the 5000, send an email to ahwooga@gmail.com . That’s the brief. There will be more updates and stuff coming. Any Questions? Thanks Team Ahwooga

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Hey Guys, I'm pulling my 283 out of my 58 apache and I can't make any progress. I have all the block/bellhousing bolts out and I have an 8th inch gap between the two. I have jacked up the tranny and oil pan in multiple places but no go. I have read that you need to raise the engine while simultaneously pulling forward but nothing there either. It is a 283 mated with a four speed hydroglide. Any help would be appreciated.

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I just bought a '53 truck and could use some help with identifying the engine pls. I think it's a 216, but need to know for sure. The head casting number is 3835517, the engine serial number is FAA I96 359. Also, is there a 'numbers matching' situation for this truck? I have a '65 GTO and I know there is for that...If it's the original engine, I'd like to keep it. Thanks.

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I have all parts from spindle to spindle (used) for sale. These include: spindles brake components and drums, tie rods, center link, steering box and coils. Make me an offer. Parts were all working good when removed. Located in Detroit suburbs, MI.

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:cool: HAVE A RUST FREE 1971 FRONT CLIP WITH A LMC BILLET GRILLE AND GRILLE SURROUND WOULD LIKE TO TRADE FOR 67 68 FRONT CLIP. THANKS RANDY

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just bought a 72 k5, came with all new ignition switch, this is the whole unit with prongs that under dash wiring hooks into, the problem is is that the old part will not come out, the steel grommet or face plate on the dash will partly unthread from the rear part but will not separate, i need to separate both pieces to install new unit into dash , from what i can read the small hole in the face of the tumbler needs depressed and key turned cclockwise to remove, but when i insert pin into hole there is no spring action? any help appreciated :(

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I've got this 1953 f-250 50th anniversary edition, with a flathead V8 100% completely original with 25000 miles... Beautiful too.. How much you think she's worth? Thanks in advance :) pictures here http://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/898625-value-1953-f250-50th-anniversary.html Unfortunately for me she's for sale :( Want to see what a reasonable amount is.. :[((

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Thanks and welcome to you also. Where are you from?

]]><![CDATA[Hello]]>http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7925579/1960_up_chevy_trucks/hellohttp://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7925567/1960_up_chevy_trucks/for_sale_4_antique_style_chevy_6_lug_wheels_and_tires/index.htmlMon, 02 Nov 2009 22:11:52 -0800For-sale 4 Antique Style Chevy 6 lug wheels and tires
I have 4 Antique Style Chevy 6 lug wheels and tires. Also all 4 wheels have beauty rings and moon pie hubcaps. Good Shape. 15 inch rims front tires 6.70/15Lt back 7.00/15Lt. $120.00 or best offer call me 903-641-9173

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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- O.K., This is a strange one, just finished converting to the Petronix ignitor pointless system. After starting it and running it for a couple of minutes i noticed steam coming from the radiator overflow reservoir, it )hadn't been hot up to this piont. I just bought this truck (1969 f-250 CS - 360ci w AC) a couple of weeks ago and have been driving every couple days to find any problems that need to be fixed. Like i mentioned, it hadn't been running hot up to this point, thats assuming the gauges are working. The water pump pulley seems to squeel when cold, so i was thinking about changing the water pump just to be safe. Do you think the Pertronix conversion could have somehow caused this or do you think this was just a coincidence? Since i have your attention, i am also replacing heater hoses and heater valve which is located on one of the heater hoses. The new valve has a direction flow arrow on it and im not sure what direction it should be pointing, im assuming it should be pointing towards the heater? Question #2 What direction should the arrow be pointing? Thanks once again guys, so far you are batting 3 for 3. Al

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Im looking for a powerglide tranny for my 60 Apache so i can take out a 4 speed granny low. Im about to put a disc brake conversion kit on it and i need to get an automatic so i can do away with that hydralic clutch... In Texas

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Hi Guys I am so excited cause ive just become the new owner of a 56 F100 with a factory camper top.(sportsman top) I was wondering if anyone has ever seen one of these before. I live in Sydney Australia and will be waiting a few months before I can touch it in the flesh.

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New member from Texas. I have a 41 Chevy and am in the process of working on a 63 Chevy with shaved door handles and suicide doors. I have boxed in the bed and installed a roll pan in place of rear bumper. It is almost ready for paint. I will post some pics later.

]]><![CDATA[Hello]]>http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7886839/1960_up_chevy_trucks/hellohttp://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7886833/pre_1946_chevy_trucks/41_chevy/index.htmlMon, 02 Nov 2009 01:11:44 -080041 Chevy
Nice to see a category for these trucks. I have a 41 Chevy and will post some pics as soon as I figure out how.

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