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61-79-list-digest Monday, June 8 1998 Volume 02 : Number 335 ======================================================================= Ford Truck Enthusiasts - 1961-1979 Trucks and Vans Visit our web site: http://www.ford-trucks.com/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To unsubscribe, send email to: majordomo  ford-trucks.com with the words "unsubscribe 61-79-list-digest" in the body of the message. ======================================================================= In this issue: Re: FTE 61-79 - Sleddog's toy - removing decals from paint FTE 61-79 - Disc brake problem FTE 61-79 - Speedo Re: FTE 61-79 - FW: COOLING FANS FTE 61-79 - Re: 1969 F100 4x4 Power Steering & Disk Brake conversion RE: FTE 61-79 - Sleddog's new toy - Truck Pull Pictures Re: FTE 61-79 - SCORE! Re: FTE 61-79 - Tinted Windshield FTE 61-79 - ADMIN: Performance Truck List FTE 61-79 - radiator support FTE 61-79 - Gauge Paint Re: FTE 61-79 - RE: Crew cab beds FTE 61-79 - All Ford Reunion at Ford of Canada in Oakville FTE 61-79 - FTE in V8 Times Magazine Re: FTE 61-79 - coil springs Re: FTE 61-79 - Sleddog's toy - removing decals from paint FTE 61-79 - 79 f250 4x4 for sale Re: FTE 61-79 - CRANK FTE 61-79 - Lowering [none] Re: FTE 61-79 - Gauge Paint FTE 61-79 - NP-205 Rebuild Re: FTE 61-79 - radiator support FTE 61-79 - Kingpins on '77 F150 Re: FTE 61-79 - Gauge Paint Re: FTE 61-79 - NP-205 Rebuild RE: FTE 61-79 - Sleddog's toy - removing decals from paint RE: FTE 61-79 - CRANK FTE 61-79 - Re: coil springs FTE 61-79 - FTE in V8 Times Magazine RE: FTE 61-79 - Sleddog's toy - removing decals from paint Re: FTE 61-79 - Gauge paint FTE 61-79 - Saw Ken's letter to Classic Trucks. FTE 61-79 - power steering FTE 61-79 - Re: Club Chapters FTE 61-79 - Re: Radials Re: FTE 61-79 - Lowering Re: FTE 61-79 - NP-205 Rebuild ======================================================================= ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Sun, 07 Jun 1998 13:15:29 -0600 From: Ryan Dorman Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - Sleddog's toy - removing decals from paint Also try using a 3 or 4" plastic putty knife (available at any hardware store) in conjunction with the hair dryer. You can even buy that new monster hairdryer your wife has been asking for, just don't let her know why you bought it ;-) sdelanty sonic.net wrote: > >got some decals on there i would like to take off. anyone know the best > >way to get them off without messing up the paint? > > > >sleddog > > A heat gun or good stout hairdryer sometimes helps soften the glue > so they will peel off. > > Steve > Homepage: http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.sonic.net/~sdelanty/ > > Opportunity may knock only once, but temptation > leans on the doorbell. > > == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html - -- 58 F-100 292 sb 2wd 85 Bronco 300 IL6(not for long) 4x4 97 F-150 4.6 sb ext cab 4x4 (and several others in progress) - -- KC7YPJ, Ryan Dorman QTH: Victor ID, grid# DN431c ICQ #3834602 kc7ypj pdt.net http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.geocities.com/Baja/Dunes/5496 == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 7 Jun 1998 15:41:13 -0400 From: Schottsweb webtv.net (George Schott) Subject: FTE 61-79 - Disc brake problem Hello to all I have been gone for a while trying to get another project done (72 Harley FLH) but I have been lurking and checking in when time permits. The 69 302 swap well lets just say that the local C****os wish I had'nt which brings me to my problem I was out the other night and was sitting next to one and when the light turned green I was ready but the truck was'nt I let the clutch go and the rpm's went up but the truck sat still I smelled a funny smell shut the beast down and checked it out long story short the brakes locked up got it home went out the next morning everything was fine got about 5 miles down the road and the front end started vibrating rpms went up and again brakes were locked up any ideas? TIA for the help Duke's Fine 69 F-100 302 == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 7 Jun 1998 15:47:55 -0500 From: ballingr ldd.net (William L Ballinger) Subject: FTE 61-79 - Speedo >Testors has an up-scale line called "Model Masters." You can get it at >better hobby shops. In that line, they make a Fluorescent Red that was >spot on for my truck's needles. If it's not quite a perfect match for all >the gauges in the Galaxie, but close enough, you can always yank out the >instrument panel and paint them all, then they'll all match. (I wound up >using it to paint the needle in my notorious Sunpro tach so it matches all >my other gauges.) One thing you have to watch is the speedometer needle. If you paint it too thick it can make your speedometer "clutch" slip and throw it off. I did this on my '68 Muatang and had to find another speedometer. SLEDDOG, SLEDDOG, WE WANT PICS OF SLEDDOG! Come on over to my Back Porch http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.ldd.net/scribers/ballingr Ballinger ballingr ldd.net == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 07 Jun 1998 15:00:09 -0700 From: Dennis Pearson Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - FW: COOLING FANS Thanks for your message at 08:44 PM 6/6/98 -0700, sdelanty sonic.net. Your message was: > > > > > I've got about $120 into the entire fan system including hardware and stuff > which ain't particularly cheap but when I'm sitting idling in traffic on 100+ > degree days I have *no* worries about overheating so I find the cost to be > well worth it. > > Steve > Homepage: http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.sonic.net/~sdelanty/ My IROCZ fan is still working great. I'm into it $25 ($20 truck I traded for it, plus the switch). I have a manual switch, so when I get the thermostat switch, that will be about another $15. It's hooked up as a "Pusher" (A song by Steppenwolf), which I guess is not as good as a "puller," but mine is working just fine. The truck actually seems to be running slightly cooler. I'm not one to promote GM parts, but it seems a relatively inexpensive way to get an elctric fan. I think Levi has another one.... == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 7 Jun 1998 18:20:42 EDT From: BDIJXS aol.com Subject: FTE 61-79 - Re: 1969 F100 4x4 Power Steering & Disk Brake conversion Hello Galen! I'm sending to the list as well as your address since I kept getting it returned... Good to hear from you! OK, there are a few small modification you'll need to make, but by starting out with the good 76-79 parts all at once is smart.....a heck of a lot smarter than the way I did it! 1) Steering Box. When you get the SB, be sure to pick up the shaft that goes up to the U-joint near the firewall. I think that you can unbolt the entire U- joint from the 76 to 79 rig, and re-use it on your 69 column, BUT I AM NOT POSITIVE. I used my old steering shaft and had to cut it down and re-weld on my rag-joint flange. I'm hoping the new one will mate right up to the old column to make this part easy. In order to mount the new box to the frame, you will have to drill two holes, and make a small "cutout" with a torch in the lower corner of the front crossmember. When you get the box and hold it up into place, you will see what I mean. The purpose of this window is to allow you to use a socket with extension to put the nut on the front mounting hole. 2) PS Pump, Pump Bracket, and pulleys. I'm assuming you have an FE, probably a 360 or 390. Since the FE's were discontinued in 76, this means you'll have to get these parts from an earlier truck, I think even 4x2 parts here will work to widen your selection. I ended up with a pump out of a 74 which works fine with the 79 SB. 3) Detail here, might want to find yourself one of the 78-79 Bronco steering wheels (14"). They bolt right on our 69 columns, and really make the steering nice! This power steering conversion will be the best thing you ever did to the truck! 4) Tie Rods. If you have a lift kit, get the drop-down pitman arm bracket from Superlift. Now, you'll want to COMPLETLY avoid the tie rod setup from the 76-77 rigs. Everything else is the same for 78-79 (steering box, axles, brakes, etc.) except these. If you can't find the 78-79 tie rods, then you can still buy them new at parts stores, which is what I would recommend anyway. 5) Front Axle: I am assuming you will be picking up the entire new front axle housing. This is really the only way to go. Our 69 housings were set up with a lame steering knuckle set up that failed constantly. The newer models are 100% better. Also, the newer spindles won't fit on the old steering knuckles, so you are pretty much forced to go with the new housing anyway. Don't forget the whole setup from the 78-79 Broncos will work as well! You will most likely need to replace the gears in the new housing with your old ones to retain the same ratio that is in your rear axle, they should fit right in. HOWEVER, this procedure is quite difficult, better to find a friend who knows how to set up differentials. They'll need a press in order to take shims off and on to get the gears aligned correctly. Alternatively, a shop will probably charge you a couple of hundred dollars since this is usually about a two to four hour job! Depending on the money situation, you may want to put in all new bearings, etc. while you have it apart. Also, you may want to put in new steering knuckle joints. (I think the article by Ken is for 4x2's, so I don't think it applies here, but I'm not sure). 6) Tracking Arm. Be sure to get the new tracking arm, it is different than our old ones. Also get the frame bracket, it sets the arm about an inch lower than the stock 69's. You may want to look into a drop-down unit here if you have a lift kit. Let me know. 7) Shock mounts. While I was at it, I junked my old spring towers (with the top shock mount mounted to it) and picked up the upper shock mounts from the 77 rig I was using. You have to drill new holes in the frame to mount these, but I like them a lot better than the older style. Your choice here. Again, if you are going with a lift kit, you will almost for sure want the dual shock set up in the front. Stock 78-79 parts from Broncos with the "Quad Shock" setup bolt right on! 8) Brakes. You will need to change not only your master cylinder (you'll be putting on the power unit as well, all bolts right on), but also the proportioning valve (located inside the frame below the driver). You should grab this unit from the donor truck as well, although I bought a new one at Ford. You can go with the stock drop down brake hose, but will need to buy new brake lines/hoses to acommodate the new disc brake setup. These are still available new at parts houses. Galen, you have a pretty big project on your hands. I would set aside about 2 months of weekends to do the whole thing. However, when you are done, you will notice a HUGE difference in the driveability of your rig. Hope I haven't scared you off here! There are still a bunch of little things I can go into, but this is the big stuff. Please keep me informed and I will guide you through as much as I can! By the way, where are you? Talk to you soon, Colorado Jeff == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 07 Jun 1998 15:26:08 -0700 From: Keith Srb Subject: RE: FTE 61-79 - Sleddog's new toy - Truck Pull Pictures At 07:45 AM 6/6/98 -0700, you wrote: > >>yeh, but first i need to get it all rogether, get the motor finished, etc. >> then, i need to pull it out the gate. pictures are usually no problem - >>it's getting the sled out the gate that is hard to do! > > Well start with some pictures of You pulling and we'll be patiant waiting > for the "out the gate" shots. You'll get there some day! > Besides, a website with some good pics of You doin Your thing can't > hurt in the quest to find sponsers... (-: I know there is at least one other member who does some truck pulling. I would like to see Pictures of anyones Truck in action at a pull! Keith Srb herbie netvalue.net Mesa, AZ http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://members.netvalue.net/herbie/ 1986 Ford Bronco II, 2.9L (I HATE LITERS) V-6, Mitsubishi 5-Speed. 1980 Harley Davidson, XLH, Rebuilt from the frame up. 1974 Ford F250 Ranger XLT, Camper Special, 390ci 4bbl, Automatic, Long Box, Style Side. 1966 Ford F100, 240 C.I. Straight Six, Warner T-18 4-Speed, Short Box. My Blood runs "TRUE BLUE FORD on Four Wheels and Pure HARLEY on Two Wheels!" == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 07 Jun 1998 15:32:58 -0700 From: Keith Srb Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - SCORE! At 01:47 PM 6/6/98 -0400, you wrote: >Just got back from the junkyard. Scored a mint dash pad, brake >peddle arm and choke cable with knob (NOS is $30 on these) for >$75. The guy is going to check on the Ford A/C unit this afternoon >and call back with a price. I checked on the misc trim and other >items requested, nothing usuable. After I get the A/C unit, I'll >let ya'll know where the yard is. :) > >Ken Payne Protecting that A/C Unit until you can snag it, Ken? :) I can't say that I blame you. Later Keith Srb herbie netvalue.net Mesa, AZ http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://members.netvalue.net/herbie/ 1986 Ford Bronco II, 2.9L (I HATE LITERS) V-6, Mitsubishi 5-Speed. 1980 Harley Davidson, XLH, Rebuilt from the frame up. 1974 Ford F250 Ranger XLT, Camper Special, 390ci 4bbl, Automatic, Long Box, Style Side. 1966 Ford F100, 240 C.I. Straight Six, Warner T-18 4-Speed, Short Box. My Blood runs "TRUE BLUE FORD on Four Wheels and Pure HARLEY on Two Wheels!" == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 07 Jun 1998 21:07:20 -0400 From: Ken Payne Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - Tinted Windshield At 10:37 AM 6/7/98 -0500, you wrote: >Ken, >Where do you get that tinted windshield from and how do I contact them? My >windshield has >been cracked for about a year now and if I can get a tinted one I will fix >it real soon. > >Shane > I just called several local auto glass shops. All of them carried it since its the same window from 67-79. Ken > >-----Original Message----- >From: owner-61-79-list ford-trucks.com >Sent: Wednesday, June 03, 1998 9:01 PM >To: 61-79-list ford-trucks.com >Subject: RE: FTE 61-79 - Junkyard flunky - resolution > >I'm just going to go with a new one. I can get a new tinted >window for $130-$140. > >Ken > >== FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html > == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 07 Jun 1998 22:01:01 -0400 From: Ken Payne Subject: FTE 61-79 - ADMIN: Performance Truck List Three weeks ago a vote was put up on the web site. The issue: adding a performance orient truck list. It won by a large margin: In Favor: 82% Against: 11% Don't Care: 5% List member Keith Srb is going to administer this list. He should be starting soon. No date yet, I've gotten a little behind with extra work and my son's 1st birthday party. I'll post subscribe instructions when the list is ready to go live. Additionally, please not that this list will cover performance issues for **all** years and models. This isn't going to be the place to discuss tune-ups, but if you're considering a radical cam you'll like it. Ken Payne CoAdmin, Ford Truck Enthusiasts http://www.ford-trucks.com == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 7 Jun 1998 20:28:07 -0500 From: "Dale and Donna Carmine" Subject: FTE 61-79 - radiator support > The catalogs list the width of the standard radiator as 19 1/4" and the HD as 24 1/4" wide. Sorry to all for spreading misinformation! The above statement is wrong!! The width is 26 1/4" on all radiators (73-79), except for the 240 6 cyl. that Tony mentioned. Today I spent some time looking at my radiator and a/c mounting and there is no way a wider radiator will fit. The HD radiators are taller, the 19 1/4" and 24 1/4" is the height, not the width. Steve said; >The standard 390 radiator has a core size of approx 18-3/4"H x 26-1/4"W. >The overall rad size is about 25"H x 28-1/4"W. Steve, Sounds like we both have the same radiator. 19 1/4" x 26 1/4" Since that radiator handles your 390 OK , it should easily handle my 351M. Of course yours is fairly new and mine is 20 years old and in questionable condition. I also have auto and air to add to the load it has to handle. The previous owner had removed the stock fan in favor of a flex fan, the only problem I see with that is that the flex fan has about 2" of clearance all around to the shroud. I haven't done anything about it because I want to do the conversion to electric fans. I guess I'll pull the radiator and take it in and have it flow and pressure checked. Time to head to the boneyard to dig up some fans. I'll let ya all know how it comes out. later, dale c == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 7 Jun 1998 20:35:52 -0500 From: "Dale and Donna Carmine" Subject: FTE 61-79 - Gauge Paint >(I don't know a person on the planet who could freehand that >one :). I don't know how ford did it, but most gauge faces are silk screened. I don't know if anyone is doing this already, but if not it might be a excellent part-time "garage business" for someone out there with the know how and the sources to get the screens made cheap. It should be easy to duplicate the original, problem is nobody can do this for just one or two. You would need to do alot to pay for the tooling............just an idea. later, dale c == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 07 Jun 1998 22:37:53 -0400 From: Ken Payne Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - RE: Crew cab beds Forwarded for: Dennis Pearson Where are you? I know where there is (still?) a 67 short bed for a crew cab. I haven't seen it, but my friend Levi says it is straight and can be had for a very reasonable price. I'm guessing $100 will take it. By the way, I am in Kennewick, WA (The SE corner in the desessert, er, , uh desert.) Thanks for your message at 10:38 PM 6/6/98 EDT, RDbanesjr aol.com. Your message was: >i tried that web site and it didnt work? any suggesttions? == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 07 Jun 1998 22:44:51 -0400 From: Ken Payne Subject: FTE 61-79 - All Ford Reunion at Ford of Canada in Oakville For list members interested in a get together in Canada, I received information about the All Ford Reunion in southern Ontarios. This seems like the perfect opportunity. Can one of our Canadian members take on the job of organizing a lunch or some other sort of gathering at this show? Also, Ford is looking for 48-50 F1 owners for the show, please read this if you have one and can attend. - -Ken Payne CoAdmin, Ford Truck Enthusiasts http://www.ford-trucks.com On Sunday August 16th, 1998 the All Ford Reunion is being held at the Ford of Canada head office between 9:00 and 3:00. This is an annual event that is open to all stock Ford vehicles up to and including the 1978 model year. This year being the 50th anniversary of the F-series, the reunion committee would like to have a 1948 F1 at the reunion, but so far have had no luck in finding one in southern Ontario. I talked to a member of the committee, a 49 or 50 would be great as well. For more information, contact Martin Brugmans at (905)-844-1952. Trophies are given for class winners, winners are determined by participant's votes. == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sun, 07 Jun 1998 22:56:12 -0400 From: Ken Payne Subject: FTE 61-79 - FTE in V8 Times Magazine V8 Times did a 1/2 page write up about in their May/June issue! Anyone interested can order a copy from: Linda McDonald V8 Times 1752 Darwin Ave. Livermore, CA 94550 or they can be ordered via FAX and credit card numbers from her at (925) 447-2920 Later, Ken Payne CoAdmin, Ford Truck Enthusiasts http://www.ford-trucks.com == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 00:09:28 EDT From: JJJJJGRANT aol.com Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - coil springs you can get lowered i beams,they used to be about 400.00 for a pair with a core charge.a lowered 65-66 makes a tuff looking ride especialy with big meats in the rear 265/50x15 b.f goodrich, == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 00:18:56 EDT From: JJJJJGRANT aol.com Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - Sleddog's toy - removing decals from paint the hetgun has always worked for me until here recently,i bought a m715 military jeep truck. this will be my pulling truck,it will have a 460 ford in it.anyway.i want to leave it olive drab green.it has some letters on it that i can't get off with a heat gun. i know there is a decal chemical remover on the market,i think its made by 3M does anyone know if this will harm the paint? thanks,jeff grant griffin,ga == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 00:40:37 EDT From: JJJJJGRANT aol.com Subject: FTE 61-79 - 79 f250 4x4 for sale truck for sale in georgia: a friend has a 78 f250 4x4 for sale.it has a built 351m, 4 speed transmission,np 205 t case,ps,pdb,4.10 gears,trac lock in the front(dana 44) spiders are welded in the rear,truck is in good cond.has been used as a pulling truck has been a consistant 2nd or 3rd place truck,yes even with a 351m,he also has a 72 429 pi engine and a 70 460 to go with it.the truck only has 74000 miles on it. 5000.00 thanks,jeff grant griffin,ga. 770-229-4877 == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 00:22:16 -0700 (PDT) From: Steve & Rockette Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - CRANK At 12:53 PM 2/6/98 -0700, you wrote: >>YIPEEEE! I GOT MY CRANK SHAFT TODAY! now where's the rest of the stroker kit? >> >>ok, ok, i know nobady cares, but i had to say it. >> >>sleddog > > Cool, now You've got a nice conversation piece for Your living room > table until the rest of the stuff shows up! > I just love getting new fine art for the house... > That reminds me of a "conversation piece" One of my ex-roommates used to have, a 260 Ford block wine rack lamp affair, it fit right in with the decor, "early 60's mechanics waiting room...... Steve & Rockette...Lifes a beach '63 F100 Longbox '94 Taurus SHO - SWMBO's new car!! == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 05:12:15 -0500 From: ballingr ldd.net (William L Ballinger) Subject: FTE 61-79 - Lowering > My daily driver has expired & I was thinking a >slightly lowered 61-66 4x2 short bed would be a fine >companion for my 76 highboy, but I think 61-64 would > require major surgery to lower. Any thoughts? Actually the '61 to '64 would be relatively easy to lower. Mount your springs under the axles, and if you want more, use lowering blocks. I helped my brother-in-law drop a '54 F100 to a real sweet slam 15 years ago. That's all we did, and didn't spend any more than U-bolts, we made the blocks out of a piece of 1 inch steel we had laying around. We also took out a leaf from the rear (leave the front alone) to make it sit level. Rode and handled a lot better to boot. We dropped it 4 in. in front and 5 in. in the rear total suspension, and another inch with tires. (215 70r15 in front and 245 60 r15 in the rear)It was eating dirt. One thing about straight axle rigs, twin I-beams too, avoid deep dish wheels on the front axle. You'll solve a lot of handling and tire wear troubles. Deep wheels put more leverage against the spindle, causing bump-steer and wandering. You can offset it a little with more toe-in, but then you wear your tires unevenly. IMHO they shouldn't be used on these two axle designs, but if you must, consider a stabilizer like you see on a 4X4, and set the toe-in in a little. To lower a twin-I-beam, you'll need drop beams to do it right. Some kits will allow you to use your radius arms, some may not. I'd put new springs in and convert to ball-joint spindles and disc brakes while I'm at it. Then adjustment is truly possible without bending the I-beams. Choose your poison, the '61-'64 will be cheaper to drop, but the twin-beam will ride better. Come on over to my Back Porch http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.ldd.net/scribers/ballingr Ballinger ballingr ldd.net == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 08 Jun 1998 04:39:21 PDT From: "eldon eversull" Subject: [none] >From: RDbanesjr aol.com >formed floormats from J. C. Whitney. did u mean the rubber floor mat >or actuall sheetmetal. >if it was the rubber mat did it have the emblem >(gear with lighting bolt) in the center? i need that also dug, No, it was a vinyl mat that covered the whole floor. It had no lightning bolt, holes, or anything, just a pebble design. ______________________________________________________ == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 08:30:17 -0400 From: "John Miller" Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - Gauge Paint > for someone out there with the know > how and the sources to get the screens made cheap. > It should be easy to duplicate the original, problem is > nobody can do this > for just one or two. What exactly is needing done here? I have most everything I need to restore gauge assembles. It is a business I am thinking about starting as I am Medically Leaving the Marine Corps. I have had great success on the few I have already done. Please let me know what you need, I would be happy to try and help you. John Miller, FoMoCoNUT Gibralter.net 96 F-350 Reg Cab XLT, 4x4, 460 w/ A4OD, My Baby "Baloo" 75 F-100 Reg Cab Ranger, 2wd, 360, C6, Daily Driver "Lucy" and "always" looking ! ! ! == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 09:29:07 EDT From: BDIJXS aol.com Subject: FTE 61-79 - NP-205 Rebuild Does anyone know of a good parts house that would carry a "complete" overhaul kit for the NP-205 that includes all of the seals, gaskets, and bearings? I'm not even sure if such a kit exists..... I know Marko had to go to a few different dealerships to find some of these parts... Thanks, Colorado Jeff == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 08 Jun 1998 10:19:39 -0400 From: luxjo thecore.com Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - radiator support Dale and Donna Carmine wrote: > > > The catalogs list the width of the standard radiator as > 19 1/4" and the HD as 24 1/4" wide. > > Sorry to all for spreading misinformation! The above statement is wrong!! > The width is 26 1/4" on all radiators (73-79), except for the 240 6 cyl. This is not true. My 78 bronco, custom, no AC and man trans had the smaller width rad. I had one made with the wider core. My rad support, rad hole, was not wide enough (it was not covered by a plate either). the holes were there to bolt up the wider rad. The 79 camper special front end I picked up 2 years ago had the wider hole for the wider rad. Height may increase also, never checked that, but all 73-79 rad are not the same width. Maybe there was 3 versions??? OX > that Tony mentioned. > Today I spent some time looking at my radiator and a/c mounting and there is > no way a wider radiator will fit. Maybe, but seems you allready have the HD radiator then. I'm not sure why the non-HD rad was used in some apps with AC. Seems weird to me. The HD radiators are taller, the 19 1/4" > and 24 1/4" is the height, not the width. > Maybe we are talking different widths. I consider width from side to side when rad is mounted. OX == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 10:25:36 -0500 From: "MICHAEL THOMAS" Subject: FTE 61-79 - Kingpins on '77 F150 Good day gentlemen, I have a '77 F150 2wd which I am trying to replace the kingpins. I have everything off of the steering knuckle and the locking bolt that holds the spindle bolt (or kingpin) in place is out too, and I cannot get them driven out. Chilton says to drive out from the top of spindle. I figure that I-beams at the spindle will have to be heated, but will this pose any threat to the I-beam or alignment procedures in the future? I have tried everything from the hammer and drift to the air hammer and a tool used to straighten small bends in unibodies. Great to be back in the mix fellas!! Thanks for any ideas! M. Dustin Thomas mdthomas nc.edu KB9OGG '77 F150 Ranger, 400 V-8 '91 G*C Sonoma (Up for sale) == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 07:11:04 -0700 From: "Deacon" Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - Gauge Paint From: John Miller >What exactly is needing done here? Dale's talking about refurbishing the gauge face, repainting the black face plate then putting the markings back on (mph, temp....) using a silkscreening method. I was thinking it would be cool do have a custom face plate like the old style gauges you can get from Ford Motorsport called the Masterpiece Gauge Collection. They have 3 styles that are absolutely bitchen! >I have most everything I need to restore >gauge assembles. It is a business I am thinking about starting as I am >Medically Leaving the Marine Corps. I have had great success on the few I >have already done. Sorry to hear why your leaving the Corps. I hope your all right. What is it you do to restore gauge assembles and could you do a custom face? I think if you could, they would sell. I happen to know of a place where a lot of Ford truck owners hang out. :) Later! Deacon deconblu gte.net ============================= Nuke the unborn baby whales. ============================= Deacon's http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://home1.gte.net/deconblu/ == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 08 Jun 1998 10:26:43 -0400 From: luxjo thecore.com Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - NP-205 Rebuild BDIJXS aol.com wrote: > > Does anyone know of a good parts house that would carry a "complete" overhaul > kit for the NP-205 that includes all of the seals, gaskets, and bearings? I'm > not even sure if such a kit exists..... I know Marko had to go to a few > different dealerships to find some of these parts... > Try 4X heaven. 800-800-1679. Seems they specialize in transfer cases. OX == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 10:31:29 -0400 From: Sleddog Subject: RE: FTE 61-79 - Sleddog's toy - removing decals from paint thanks, i'll look for that decal remover. sleddog - ---------- From: GMPACHECO aol.com[SMTP:GMPACHECO aol.com] Sent: Sunday, June 07, 1998 10:42 AM To: 61-79-list ford-trucks.com Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - Sleddog's toy - removing decals from paint Yes, I replied to this yesterday, go to a automotive painting supply house, they actually have some decal remover. It's in spray cans and costs $9.00 a can ! or you can use a heat gun and waste your time, it took me about 1 hour to clean 2 sides of a van. Mike in Seattle == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 10:44:01 -0400 From: Sleddog Subject: RE: FTE 61-79 - CRANK well, my conversation piece will hopefully be a running truck soon. i have the new truck almost complete, but mostly in pieces, and about 60% of the motor parts. still need block to be sleeved and some minor engine parts and things like fuel system and bolts, timing covers, etc. hope to have picture soon. sleddog - ---------- From: Steve & Rockette[SMTP:canzus seanet.com] Sent: Sunday, June 07, 1998 8:22 PM To: 61-79-list ford-trucks.com Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - CRANK At 12:53 PM 2/6/98 -0700, you wrote: >>YIPEEEE! I GOT MY CRANK SHAFT TODAY! now where's the rest of the stroker kit? >> >>ok, ok, i know nobady cares, but i had to say it. >> >>sleddog > > Cool, now You've got a nice conversation piece for Your living room > table until the rest of the stuff shows up! > I just love getting new fine art for the house... > == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 13:15:56 EDT From: Brazzadog aol.com Subject: FTE 61-79 - Re: coil springs My neighbor is just finishing a lowered '66 Merc short box. He used either Camaro or Mustang II front suspension - can't remeber what he puts in which project. The rear sits a little high cause if he had lowered it any more the body would have hit the rear wheels. It has a 400M out of an early '70s LTD and is a fun ride. Ben Williams '78 F-250 4x4, 351M, C6, NP205 It was written: >Has anybody lowered a Twin I Beam front end >by cutting a coil or so out of it? > My daily driver has expired & I was thinking a >slightly lowered 61-66 4x2 short bed would be a fine >companion for my 76 highboy, but I think 61-64 would > require major surgery to lower. Any thoughts? == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 08 Jun 1998 13:22:16 -0400 From: Ken Payne Subject: FTE 61-79 - FTE in V8 Times Magazine Woops! Typo the first time out! V8 Times did a 1/2 page write up about Ford Truck Enthusiasts in their May/June issue! Anyone interested can order a copy from: Linda McDonald V8 Times 1752 Darwin Ave. Livermore, CA 94550 or they can be ordered via FAX and credit card numbers from her at (925) 447-2920 Later, Ken Payne CoAdmin, Ford Truck Enthusiasts http://www.ford-trucks.com == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 08 Jun 1998 10:24:50 PDT From: "Jay Branscome" Subject: RE: FTE 61-79 - Sleddog's toy - removing decals from paint If you can get one edge of the decal up then WD 40 also works good and wont hurt the paint. >From: sdelanty sonic.net >Date: Sat, 6 Jun 1998 16:04:23 -0700 >To: 61-79-list ford-trucks.com >Subject: RE: FTE 61-79 - Sleddog's toy - removing decals from paint >Reply-To: 61-79-list ford-trucks.com > > >>got some decals on there i would like to take off. anyone know the best >>way to get them off without messing up the paint? >> >>sleddog > > A heat gun or good stout hairdryer sometimes helps soften the glue > so they will peel off. > > Steve > Homepage: http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.sonic.net/~sdelanty/ > > Opportunity may knock only once, but temptation > leans on the doorbell. > >== FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html > ______________________________________________________ == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 18:20:39 -0400 From: "John Miller" Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - Gauge paint Try a craft store for acrylic enamels. Fluorescent colors that match are available. John Miller, FoMoCoNUT Gibralter.net 96 F-350 Reg Cab XLT, 4x4, 460 w/ A4OD, My Baby "Baloo" 75 F-100 Reg Cab Ranger, 2wd, 360, C6, Daily Driver "Lucy" and "always" looking ! ! ! == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 18:50:52 -0400 From: "John Peck" Subject: FTE 61-79 - Saw Ken's letter to Classic Trucks. Ken, Get ready for a deluge. John Peck johnpeck visuallink.com == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 8 Jun 1998 19:00:15 EDT From: KSparks902 aol.com Subject: FTE 61-79 - power steering What year donor truck would supply me with the pump and lines and steering box for my 66 F-100 which dose not have power sterring. == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 08 Jun 1998 18:57:11 -0500 From: "Dennis K. Austin" Subject: FTE 61-79 - Re: Club Chapters This is really directed at Ken and keep in mind the server has gotten ahead of me on keeping up with the digests so if this has been suggested please forgive. But, if we are a club, shouldn't we organize into chapters by state? I think the idea of a get together is a great idea, but I see people suggesting all sorts of locations. If we had chapters by state then we could plan these things much easier and choose which one we want to go to. If you all like this idea then I volunteer to head up the chapter for Louisiana... anybody else from Louisiana want to help? Each chapter could do a logo for their area. I vote Ken to be the National Chapter head. What do you think? - -=DENNIS=- == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 08 Jun 1998 19:33:34 -0500 From: "Dennis K. Austin" Subject: FTE 61-79 - Re: Radials One ol' guy down at the Firestone store relates the following; Back in the days before we had the highway system daily vehicles didn't run 70-80 or higher. When running 4 ply or higher at today's highway speeds or greater the bias tire tends to try to out run the rotation of the wheel in a sense becoming egg shaped. Hence the invention of steel belted tires that keep this from happening. Thats another reason for not mixing the tires. Perhaps you have experienced a rough ride with bias tires at 100mph and wondered why? - -=DENNIS=- == FTE: Unsubscribe and posting info www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 08 Jun 1998 18:55:59 -0600 From: Ryan Dorman Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - Lowering > Mount your springs under the axles, and if you want more, use lowering blocks. On the front end!!! Ilegal in most states and dangerous anywhere... > One thing about straight axle rigs, twin I-beams too, avoid deep dish wheels > on the front axle. You'll solve a lot of handling and tire wear troubles. > Deep wheels put more leverage against the spindle, causing bump-steer and > wandering. You can offset it a little with more toe-in, but then you wear > your tires unevenly. IMHO they shouldn't be used on these two axle designs. Huh? I never had that problem when I was running 12" deep dish astro drags on my 58. > Ballinger > ballingr ldd.net - -- 58 F-100 292 sb 2wd 85 Bronco 300 IL6(not for long) 4x4.... To access the rest of this feature you must be a logged in Registered User Of Ford Truck Enthusiasts
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