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To: 61-79-list-digest Subject: 61-79-list-digest V3 #306 Reply-To: 61-79-list Sender: owner-61-79-list-digest Errors-To: owner-61-79-list-digest Precedence: bulk 61-79-list-digest Sunday, August 29 1999 Volume 03 : Number 306 ======================================================================= Ford Truck Enthusiasts - 1961-1979 Trucks and Vans Visit our web site: http://www.ford-trucks.com/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To unsubscribe, send email to: majordomo with the words "unsubscribe 61-79-list-digest" in the body of the message. ======================================================================= In this issue: FTE 61-79 - Wiring Diagrams ? Re: FTE 61-79 - new site FTE 61-79 - LWB bed floor pan Re: FTE 61-79 - 64ish Muffler & Exhaust Exit Location Re: FTE 61-79 - Re: Differential gears Re: FTE 61-79 - new site FTE 61-79 - hot 390 FTE 61-79 - Brake line HELP? FTE 61-79 - FTE 61-79 DIGEST LIST Support Search FTE 61-79 - tires and rims Re: FTE 61-79 - tires and rims Re: FTE 61-79 - Power brakes conversion FTE 61-79 - RE: new site FTE 61-79 - RE: new site Re: FTE 61-79 - Brake line HELP? Re: FTE 61-79 - Power brakes conversion Re: FTE 61-79 - new site FTE 61-79 - 78 Super Cab Motor Swap problems Re: FTE 61-79 - 78 Super Cab Motor Swap problems FTE 61-79 - cam selection FTE 61-79 - 300 swirl piston info requested. FTE 61-79 - 63 Stepside FTE 61-79 - Whistle tranny and new tires? Re: FTE 61-79 - 78 Super Cab Motor Swap problems FTE 61-79 - FTE cab support search FTE 61-79 - three spped with overdrive problems Re: FTE 61-79 - new site FTE 61-79 - Firewall data plates ======================================================================= ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 20:21:48 -0700 From: "Steven Salas" Subject: FTE 61-79 - Wiring Diagrams ? Does anyone have a dash wiring diagram for a '72 F250 w/ AC? == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 08:55:35 EDT From: SevnD2 Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - new site Sorry folks but I am on this persons side . If he is willing to give it a shot why not encourage him ? The site may become a good one someday and give people a chance to see this type of site in a different setting ! I am sure there is room for a new outlook on such an interesting and fun topic . Anyone reading or posting to this site is part of it and can give there point of view within the rules layed down by Mr. Ken Payne . So maybe some people want less rules or something . Who knows , this site may become as great as this one is . Just because is another reason for a new site ! One or all of us might even learn something from it . I am always looking for different places on the web . That is how I found this one . There is always room for more ! Rollie H. Hunt == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 07:53:51 -0500 From: "Luis LLano" Subject: FTE 61-79 - LWB bed floor pan I have a floor pan for a late '60s Ford F100 long bed. It was ordered through a Ford dealer many years ago and never used. It is in as new condition. It's about 8 feet long and has two cross beams welded underneath. I want to sell it and would like to get some estimates of what it's worth. Thanks. == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 09:48:03 EDT From: TBeeee Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - 64ish Muffler & Exhaust Exit Location In a message dated 8/28/99 12:47:32 AM Eastern Daylight Time, crewcab > > So my question to anyone with a early 60's longbed, is > where is the muffler and where is the exhaust exit. > Jeff: I going to send you a scan of the exhaust system (off-list) which shows the 64 F100/250. The master part catalog does not have a separate diagram for just a crew-cab. This should give you some ideas. Stock Man 1967 Galaxie 500 Convertible (HELP!---I need 15 x5 factory rims) 1967 F-250 FE 390 4wd 1966 F-250 I6 240 2wd LWB Flare Side http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.hometown.aol.com/tbeeee == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 06:59:34 -0700 From: MC Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - Re: Differential gears Brett, Thanks for the help. I did some more checking, and cleaned off the tag some more, and found a 3.25 on the other corner. This is consistent with the 3.2-3.3 turns of the drive shaft after 2 turns of the tire, so that is what I'm calling it. It isn't what I need it to be, but it is closer than the 3.13 I originally saw on the tag, which turned out to be a code for the plant it was built at. It's not that big a deal for me, since I was replacing it anyway, but the guy that wanted to buy it for his bronco is kind of disappointed. - -- Matt Cozad When everything's coming your way, you're in the wrong lane. == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 10:07:29 EDT From: TBeeee Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - new site In a message dated 8/28/99 2:19:16 AM Eastern Daylight Time, danger > > Yes, web design can consume vast amounts of time, even with the latest > software (FrontPage 2000). In fact....a recent warning issued by the center for wholesome habits indicates that web site maintenance causes tunnel vision. Stock Man 1967 Galaxie 500 Convertible (HELP!---I need 15 x5 factory rims) 1967 F-250 FE 390 4wd 1966 F-250 I6 240 2wd LWB Flare Side http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.hometown.aol.com/tbeeee == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 07:09:38 PDT From: "MARTY COLMAN" Subject: FTE 61-79 - hot 390 I'll find out what the temp of the water really is, and check my grounds. And then go from there. I appreciate the suggestions. Marty ______________________________________________________ == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 07:46:30 -0700 From: "Christeen Bradley" Subject: FTE 61-79 - Brake line HELP? I'm heading out to remove the front brake line that goes to the passenger side of the truck. It's been rubbed to the point that a hole developed. I'm reluctant to put in a line off another truck that may have the same problem down the road. Scary feeling relying on your brakes and step on them coming to a stop light with no brakes at all! My question is, what is a good way to bend tubing? I've heard of using sand in the tube so it won't kink or collapse, but I don't have access to a air compressor to blow it clean. I'm on the digest so if you have a idea, e-mail back to me please. Thanks so much in advance! Scott 1966 F-100 shortbox 351C == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 09:50:47 -0700 From: "Wes and Deirdre Erickson" Subject: FTE 61-79 - FTE 61-79 DIGEST LIST Support Search I am doing a frame-off resto on a 71 F250 4x4 and need a main cab support. Not a cab mount but the channel that runs the full width of the cab. Where can I get one? WES 71 F250 4x4 86 F150 4x4 == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 10:27:39 -0500 From: JOHN E DOLSON Subject: FTE 61-79 - tires and rims Will the LT235-75R15's that are on my truck now fit onto the set of 15"X8" rims I bought? John Dolson 1976 F150 Ranger XLT ___________________________________________________________________ Get the Internet just the way you want it. Free software, free e-mail, and free Internet access for a month! Try Juno Web: http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://dl.www.juno.com/dynoget/tagj. == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 10:33:36 -0500 From: Stu Varner Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - tires and rims Yes, they should fit without any problems. Stu Nuke GM! http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.pscico.com/stu At 10:27 AM 8/28/99 -0500, you wrote: >Will the LT235-75R15's that are on my truck now fit onto the set of >15"X8" rims I bought? > >John Dolson >1976 F150 Ranger XLT > >___________________________________________________________________ >Get the Internet just the way you want it. >Free software, free e-mail, and free Internet access for a month! >Try Juno Web: http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://dl.www.juno.com/dynoget/tagj. >== FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html > > == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 08:31:40 -0700 From: Don Grossman Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - Power brakes conversion Phil / Debi wrote: > I am going to do a power disc brake conversion on my 70 F100 soon. I have a > 69 F250 parts truck with power discs. I have read before that it won't work, > I was wondering why? I was hoping I could bolt F100 rotors and calipers on > the spindles or is that where the problem is? Also was wondering if they > wont work, I was going to use the booster for power drum brakes. Will that > booster work with my current master cylinder? > > Phil Beattie > 66 F100 390 C6 > 70 F100 flairside 390 C6 > 79 F250 4x4 400 C6 > www.geocities.com/motorcity/shop/2446 Read the how to here on the FTE site in the tech section. Are you looking to go to 8 lug on your F-100? Laters - -- Don Grossman duckdon 99 Contour 63 F-100 4x4 43 GPW == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 11:44:37 -0400 From: "Jeremy Jackson" Subject: FTE 61-79 - RE: new site Because I can.... http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/Factory/2485 >Date: Fri, 27 Aug 1999 21:35:27 -0500 >From: "Jason & Kathy Kendrick" >Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - new site >Why? >Jason == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 11:48:41 -0400 From: "Jeremy Jackson" Subject: FTE 61-79 - RE: new site My site is pretty well done...Useing Dreamweaver 2 took me 5 hours to compleate.... The Taco Man >Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 00:13:28 -0700 >From: "Danger" >Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - new site >> Unless you want to become a slave to your computer, >> I wouldn't recommend it. >> >> Ken Payne >> Admin .......... > Yes, web design can consume vast amounts of time, even with the latest >software (FrontPage 2000). >Danger >http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.csolutions.net/myth/ >(under construction) == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 09:50:11 -0700 From: "Danger" Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - Brake line HELP? My question is, what is > a good way to bend tubing? I've heard of using sand in the tube so it won't > kink or collapse, but I don't have access to a air compressor to blow it > clean. I'm on the digest so if you have a idea, e-mail back to me please. > Thanks so much in advance! > > Scott ............... I thin wall tubing bender should be available at you local tool supply store for under $20. I've used one to replace the brake line on my 69 F250 when I converted it to power disc and it works great, no need for any sand either. Danger == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 12:28:49 -0400 From: Ken Payne Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - Power brakes conversion At 12:03 AM 8/28/99 -0400, you wrote: >I am going to do a power disc brake conversion on my 70 F100 soon. I have a >69 F250 parts truck with power discs. I have read before that it won't work, >I was wondering why? I was hoping I could bolt F100 rotors and calipers on >the spindles or is that where the problem is? Also was wondering if they >wont work, I was going to use the booster for power drum brakes. Will that >booster work with my current master cylinder? The F250 parts aren't compatible. You'll need to obtain the spindles from a 73-79 F100/F150 (not a 4x4 either). Ken == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 12:41:14 -0400 From: Ken Payne Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - new site At 08:55 AM 8/28/99 -0400, you wrote: >Sorry folks but I am on this persons side . If he is willing to give it a >shot why not encourage him ? The site may become a good one someday and give >people a chance to see this type of site in a different setting ! >I am sure there is room for a new outlook on such an interesting and fun >topic . Anyone reading or posting to this site is part of it and can give >there point of view within the rules layed down by Mr. Ken Payne . So maybe >some people want less rules or something . Who knows , this site may become >as great as this one is . The only major rules here are to keep the language acceptable to all audiences and not flame anyone too badly. I wish him success if he wants to do it, but I'm not kidding about being a slave to your computer. I spend 3-4 hours a night maintaining the site, and have done so for 2 years straight, prior to that it was 2 hours a night for the first year. On vacation I have to bring the laptop with me or things pile up so badly that I speed about 10 hours a day on the weekend catching up. Also, it starts to get VERY expensive. Even with the web store and advertisers, we lose money. Successful sites can't be hosted with $19/month accounts. Don't believe what you see about "unlimited hits". Start pushing 45 gigabytes a month in web traffic and another 5 gigabytes in email and a $19/month host will give you the pink slip (actually they'll probably do it at 1-2 gigabytes/month). Space becomes a concern too. Since the new BBS replaced the old one in June, over 60 megabytes of content has been posted there! Ken == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 07:03:45 -0700 From: grahams Subject: FTE 61-79 - 78 Super Cab Motor Swap problems Howdy, I am in the process of swapping the old tired 400M out for a new fresh one. However I have a few snags. The one that is very apparent is the fact that after I removed the old motor and took off the oil pan to start the long task of cleaning(Man, I wish I had a solvent tank!!!) I noticed that the old motor had a very special bolt on one of the main bearing caps that is threaded so you can attach the oil pick tube support to it. The new motor that I have does not have one of these neat little bolts!! To me this raises a couple issues: 1st) Wouldn't you expect that a long-block motor would have the correct bolts installed so that you don't have to remove main bearing caps to install the motor. That point is secondary, I really need to get this motor back together soon.(Wife would like the garage back;-). To replace the main bearing cap bolt should I just pull that single bolt out and change it real quick like or should I remove the whole cap and re-torque just that bearing cap or all of the bearing caps? Another quick question is how strong is the oil pick up tube? Mine does not seem to budge from the old oil pump and I wondering how much force I can use to remove it. I have already discovered too much force once already. Snapped an exhaust manifold bolt clean in two. Graham 1978 F150 Supercab 4x4 (Currently with no motor) == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 13:10:38 EDT From: TBeeee Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - 78 Super Cab Motor Swap problems > The new motor > that I have does not have one of these neat little bolts!! > To me this raises a couple issues: 1st) Wouldn't you expect that a > long-block motor would have the correct bolts installed so that you don't > have to remove main bearing caps to install the motor. Yes I would, but the most common problem with assembly line re-manufacturing is that quality is job 2. > To replace the main bearing cap bolt should I just > pull that single bolt out and change it real quick like or should I remove > the whole cap and re-torque just that bearing cap or all of the bearing > caps? Loosen each bolt on the affected cap consistently then replace the one bolt with the correct bolt and re-tighten that cap to specs. > Another quick question is how strong is the oil pick up tube? Mine does > not seem to budge from the old oil pump and I wondering how much force I can > use to remove it. Probably just the gasket holding it. Use a rubber mallet or gentlt blows from your palm to strike it and that should shock it loose. Hope this helps. Stock Man 1967 Galaxie 500 Convertible (HELP!---I need 15 x5 factory rims) 1967 F-250 FE 390 4wd 1966 F-250 I6 240 2wd LWB Flare Side http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.hometown.aol.com/tbeeee == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 12:24:11 -0500 From: "ben" Subject: FTE 61-79 - cam selection >Based on your criteria of off idle performance, the >first would be better. Your other criteria of 5K RPM >would be better met with the second, but with 2 barrel >heads you won't get that anyway. I understand now, so I can't build this to do both. It's either off-idle to somewhere around 3500-4000, or other 1500- 2k up to 5k. Thanks everybody!! == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 12:40:54 -0500 From: "Brett L. Habben" Subject: FTE 61-79 - 300 swirl piston info requested. Darrell, I've just torn down my '79 300 and have got one torched piston and some cylinder wear. Sooo looks like I'll heading down the rebore path ($$$!) Could you get some info on those pistons so I can start ordering parts? I think I'm gonna get a kit out of Northern Auto Parts since they are $100 cheaper than kits priced here in Austin. If you can't find the part numbers any info like application, vendor, a physical description of the piston head, anything is better than nothing. Thanks, Brett Super75cab > Weve bored it .030, milled the head .030, got these killer pistons that have a lil swirl in >the top to help mix the fuel and air, >Darrell Duggan ___________________________________________________________________ Get the Internet just the way you want it. Free software, free e-mail, and free Internet access for a month! Try Juno Web: http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://dl.www.juno.com/dynoget/tagj. == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 16:10:01 -0400 From: "Bruce Alan Kling" Subject: FTE 61-79 - 63 Stepside I just purchased a 1963 Stepside "Custom Cab." The VIN is listed as 31500082. I have no access to any books, and I would like to know anything anyone can tell me about the history of this truck, i.e., where it was made, the original engine (it has a 351W that is clearly not a factory engine), how many were made, approximate value, and so forth. I would also like to hear from anyone who has already restored one of these in the 61-67 year range. Thanks for the help. == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 15:12:07 CDT From: "Bill Richardson" Subject: FTE 61-79 - Whistle tranny and new tires? Alright here's the deal on the tranny. I installed a B&M shift improvement kit. However one of the holes in the new seperator plate was drilled to 3/16 when it should have been drilled to 1/8. I went ahead and finished the installation and drove easily around the block as instructed to warm up the fluid. Then I stepped on it a little harder. It shifted fine, but at a higher speed a slight whistle sound can be heard. It's been parked in the garage ever since two weeks ago because I'm at college now. Please let me know if the hole diameter will make a difference. Also I found new tires and rims that will go on sale next weekend. They are 275/60/15 BFGs and American Racing 15x10s. I would like to know if these will fit a 1979 F-100 2wd short wheel base. The truck is still at stock ride height. Nothing has been done to it. Is backspacing a major factor? If how much backspacing is needed? Any other advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks Bill Richardson 1979 F-100 Ranger ______________________________________________________ == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 16:49:26 -0800 From: "Erik Marquez" Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - 78 Super Cab Motor Swap problems - -----Original Message----- From: Smith, Graham To: 61-79-list-digest Date: Saturday, August 28, 1999 9:05 AM Subject: FTE 61-79 - 78 Super Cab Motor Swap problems >Howdy, > >I am in the process of swapping the old tired 400M out for a new fresh one. >However I have a few snags. The one that is very apparent is the fact that >after I removed the old motor and took off the oil pan to start the long >task of cleaning(Man, I wish I had a solvent tank!!!) I noticed that the old >motor had a very special bolt on one of the main bearing caps that is >threaded so you can attach the oil pick tube support to it. The new motor >that I have does not have one of these neat little bolts!! > To me this raises a couple issues: 1st) Wouldn't you expect that a >long-block motor would have the correct bolts installed so that you don't >have to remove main bearing caps to install the motor. Umm not really, the rebuilder had know way of knowing what vehicle your engine would be going into. Different apps, different placement of the oil pump pickup. Just swap the old stud. and as has already been suggested, loosen both bolts in small intervals, replace the one with the stud, and re torque. If it were me I would check all the cap bolts and re torque them, but this only applies if you have a good torque wrench, other wise you could do more harm than good. > Another quick question is how strong is the oil pick up tube? Mine does >not seem to budge from the old oil pump and I wondering how much force I can >use to remove it. Try placeing the pump in a vice using some padding, blocking or soft metal jaw pads, then just grab a hold of the pick up and undo it. This methiod has always worked for me on the screw in type pick up. Erik Marquez bronco78 http://www.ford-trucks.com//lc/lc.php?action=do&link=http://www.mosquitonet.com/~bronco78 Home of the BB decal == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 21:16:50 -0700 From: "Wes and Deirdre Erickson" Subject: FTE 61-79 - FTE cab support search I am doing a frame off resto on a super nice 1971 F250 4x4 anybody know where I can get the a cab support channel not cab mounts but the channel that runs left to right under the full width of the cab? Its spot welded in . Also does anyone know a good vendor to get a set of cab mounts I need just the rubber pucs. thanks Wes 1971 F250 4x4 360 2v 1986 F150 300six == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 23:17:08 EDT From: JJJJJGRANT Subject: FTE 61-79 - three spped with overdrive problems i have a relative that has a 1971 ford swb with a three speed and a cable mounted on the dash for overdrive, he's needing repairs on this overdrive unit ,but can't find anyone that knows anything about it. has anyone on the list ever heard of this and have any ideas on parts etc. its supposed to be a factory ford unit, i haven't seen it. thanks, jeff grant == FTE: Uns*bscribe and posting info http://www.ford-trucks.com/faq.html ------------------------------ Date: Sat, 28 Aug 1999 07:49:02 EDT From: OldTrux Subject: Re: FTE 61-79 - new site In a message dated 8/27/99 9:22:19 PM Central Daylight Time, taco21 > I am thinking of starting a new web site devoted to ford trucks....Its Free. > I have never posted here though i've been subscribing for about 3 years. > The site will have message boards, picture gallery (you can post your own > pictures) and links to other ford truck links.... > if your interested let me know.... > taco21 To access the rest of this feature you must be a logged in Registered User Of Ford Truck Enthusiasts
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