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61-79-list Digest Thu, 08 Feb 2001 Volume: 2001  Issue: 042

In This Issue:
1976 F-150 Ford For Sale
Del-City electrical supplies
Re: '79 F-350 Update and Emerg. Brake Cable ?
Re: 79 Grill Shell
ADMIN: Survey conclusions
Re: ADMIN: Survey conclusions
Re: 79 Grill Shell
Re: Elect chokes
Location of oil pressure sender on 460
Re: Location of oil pressure sender on 460
FW: Was RE: Re: Tie Rod Puller? Now Made in China
FW: Re: 460/balancer/front seal
FW: Who makes the Best Torque Wrench?
Re: Changing to poly bushings
Re: FW: Who makes the Best Torque Wrench?

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From: WhtsUpDoc2 aol.com
Date: Thu, 8 Feb 2001 15:29:29 EST
Subject: 1976 F-150 Ford For Sale

Hey guys, I still have a '76 F-150 Ranger XLT for sale if anybody's
interested. It's a single cab, 390 V8, C-6 Automatic, Long Wide Bed, Runs
great. It does need a new battery and starter, but will start and run.
Interior is in great condition. Exterior is good except for a dent at the
passenger side front side marker and the top of the tailgate. I'm asking
$800.00. Email me if interested. I do have pics. I also would be interested
in selling my '55 F-600 Custom- make me an offer and I have a '87 F-150 XLT
Extended Cab, 351 V8, Automatic for $1800.00. I'm just trying to open up room
for more projects! Oh and by the way, I also have an old Cortez Motorhome
that I need to get rid of. It's on a D*dge chasis. Not a lot of people even
remember what those are, but if you do, its kinda neat.

Jason Warner
WhtsUpDoc2 aol.com
Yukon, OK
'89 F-350 XLT Lariat Crew Cab 4x4 Diesel
'78 F-250 Custom
'76 F-150 Ranger XLT
'55 F-600 Custom



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From: oldfords63 juno.com
Date: Thu, 8 Feb 2001 16:24:11 -0500
Subject: Del-City electrical supplies



Hi all- somebody on the "Galaxie list" mentioned Del City a while back
for electrical supplies.
I called for a catalog and received it within the week. (800-654-4757)
I've been going thru it to write up my order and I'm pretty impressed.
They have a lot of stuff in there you can't find at Auto-Zone, NAPA, etc.
The prices are VERY good also. (ATC {spade type} fuse boxes- $3 - $6, ISO
relays, like you need for your headlight conversions- $2.63 ) Also molded
connecters, tons of toggle and push button switches, etc. The only
catches are a $25.00 min order, which isn't that bad if your doin much.
They take all the common charge cards also. Happy hunting, Phil

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From: Aeroape82 aol.com
Date: Thu, 8 Feb 2001 17:34:57 EST
Subject: Re: '79 F-350 Update and Emerg. Brake Cable ?

I knew becouse I still had the empty boxes laying in the garage.  Glad I
could help


Glenn NY

78 F250 (talk about projects and headaches)



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From: Aeroape82 aol.com
Date: Thu, 8 Feb 2001 17:41:17 EST
Subject: Re: 79 Grill Shell

Take a look at LMC TRUCK (www.lmctruck.com) got the cataloge here in front
of me they have pretty much everything you'd want.


Glenn NY
78 F250 (talk about projects and headaches)



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Date: Thu, 08 Feb 2001 22:17:48 -0500
From: Ken Payne <kpayne ford-trucks.com>
Subject: ADMIN: Survey conclusions


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From: "Josh Assing" <josh jassing.com>
Date: Thu, 8 Feb 2001 19:34:51 -0800
Subject: Re: ADMIN: Survey conclusions


Ken; I think everyone is appricative of the FTE site & your effort!

THANK YOU.
-josh

On 8 Feb 2001, at 22:17, Ken Payne wrote:

> ----------------------------------------------------------
> Support FTE - Check out our store:
> http://www.motorhaven.com/
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>
> I'd like to thank everyone who took part in the Ford Truck
> Enthusiasts mailing list user survey.  We had roughly 250
> surveys completed.
>
> Part of the reason why I conducted the survey is because the
> lists eat up a significant amount of bandwidth yet bring in
> zero in revenue (or so it appeared).  That's not to say that
> the lists are all about money, they aren't..... but....
> our bandwidth fees are paid for in 50 gigabyte chunks and we
> just bumped up to yet another level on bandwidth.
>
> The conclusions of the survey:
>
> a) A significant percentage of users (of those who responded)
>    visit the site often.
> b) Nearly 20% of the list users don't know what Club FTE is.
>    I'm planning on explaining this in detail in a few days.
> c) Most users maintain a great deal of loyalty, staying
>    subscribed for long periods.
> d) Most users don't buy from FTE.  If that's simply a matter
>    of preference, that's fine.  We're not twisting anyone's
>    arms nor expecting users to buy from us.  If it is a matter
>    of lack of selection, we'll address that.  Expect another
>    survey in the next few days to address this.  We want to
>    serve our users in the best way we can.
> e) The majority of the users find the lists to be helpful.  You
>    can thank each other for that.  You're a great bunch willing
>    to share knowledge and help each other!
> f) The majority of the users have saved money as a result of
>    using the lists.  Again, thank each other!
> g) A significant minority (21%) of the users have purchased
>    from each other.  Everyone benefits from this, I know I've
>    found items through users that I would have otherwise had
>    a difficult time locating.
> h) A majority of the users have used the advice of others for
>    making purchases.  Knowledge is power.
> i) The majority of the users find the lists to be an asset.
> j) Most users don't want advertising but find it acceptable so
>    long as it supports the lists.  I'll make sure that if the
>    issue of on-going advertising occurs that I will address
>    concerns.
>
> Overall, I was surprised by the responses.  Not only are the
> lists an asset to the users, but they are more of an asset to
> FTE than I imagined.  FTE will do what it can to improve the
> lists, including setting up a part-exchange list of some sort
> in the near future.  I will also be setting up a suggestion box
> soon for feedback.
>
> Thanks!
> Ken Payne
> Admin, Ford Truck Enthusiasts
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Date: Thu, 08 Feb 2001 23:40:18 -0500
From: Dan Herrmann <herrmann in-motion.net>
Subject: Re: 79 Grill Shell




At 09:33 PM 2/7/01 -0600, you wrote:
>Does anyone know of anywhere I could get a new FORD grill shell for a 79
pick up? My local dealer says it is no longer available.I don't really want
to put an aftermarket grill shell back on it.Thanks for any imfo.
>
>Dennis Palmer


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Dennis,

Forget JC Whittney if you want a Genuine Ford Made Grille Shell, they
don't handle the first FORD MADE part of anykind! They are 100%
aftermarket. Dennis Carpenter on the other hand would have the Genuine Ford
brand part. Just make sure you ask for the real McCoy.

I just ran the part number through Ford last month and it still showed
available then. That dosen't mean it wasn't just dropped though. The number
is: D8TZ-8200A and has a Retail price of $204.60 through Ford. Dealer Cost
is $122.76 .  If your positive your dealer checked this number then I would
call one of the many dealers around the country that still shows having
some in stock and have them UPS one out to you. I'm not sure where you live
but here is a few that has stock:

HARROLD FORD in CA 1-800-244-8355
LEE JARMON FORD in TX 1-800-444-6650
RUSTY ECK FORD in KS 1-800-999-2760
H.P. SMITH FORD in NE 1-800-228-7149
MAGIC CITY MOTOR in VA 1-800-221-7472
MID STATES FORD in IA 1-800-747-2744
PALS FORD in IN 1-888-772-2181

Any one of these dealers will be more than happy to ship the Grille right
to your door as long as you pay the freight. Let us know how you make out!

Good Luck!!

Dan Herrmann

1964 F100 Custom Cab
1966 F100 Custom Cab
1969 F100 Ranger
1975 F150 Explorer
1979 F150 Ranger XLT
1992 F150 Custom daily driver
1992 Tempo GL wifes car




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From: GMontgo930 aol.com
Date: Fri, 9 Feb 2001 00:28:46 EST
Subject: Re: Elect chokes

Hummmm, that gives me the Idea of a choke drive for warm, cool, and artic
weather conditions...... Mighe just be worth playing with......

George M in Fl. (where a choke isnt reallly needed most of the time)



In a message dated 02/06/01 11:07:02 PM Eastern Standard Time,
maggie11 HiWAAY.net writes:


> There are a couple of more options for that heavy duty resistor
> Gary refers to.  May not be as good as the MOPAR ballast, but
> in a tight they may work also.  The heater/AC fan ballast on
> Fords and MOPARS..  Don't know if the General uses these or
> not..  They are heavy duty and you may have one laying around
> in some of your spare parts..
>





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From: "Karl Streich" <fordlist hotmail.com>
Subject: Location of oil pressure sender on 460
Date: Thu, 08 Feb 2001 23:01:48 -0800


So, where is it?

Thanks, Karl
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From: JUMPINFORD aol.com
Date: Fri, 9 Feb 2001 02:03:44 EST
Subject: Re: Location of oil pressure sender on 460


behind the intake manifold, right on top.  cant miss it.

Darrell & Tweety

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From: "Hogan, Tom (Portland)" <Tom.Hogan kla-tencor.com>
Subject: FW: Was RE: Re: Tie Rod Puller? Now Made in China
Date: Fri, 9 Feb 2001 07:05:33 -0800


>
> >
> > Stephen,
> > Thanks for the words of advice.  I wasn't really asking about
> > the Harbor
> > Freight parts themselves as I was about the types of pullers.
> >  Besides I
> > need something a little quicker than what HF can get it to
> > me.  The two
> > pickle forks I was using were both "MADE IN CHINA" so I'm intimately
> > familiar with that level of (ahem) "quality".
> <snip>
>
> Guess what a fully assembled American iron FE did to my
> chinese engine stand?  Can you say pretzel?  Went to NAPA and
> got a good one.  BTW didn't expect the chinese one to hold up
> and was actually expecting this so I was well clear of it
> when it bent.  Didn't damage the motor though.
>
> Tom H.
>

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From: "Hogan, Tom (Portland)" <Tom.Hogan kla-tencor.com>
Subject: FW: Re: 460/balancer/front seal
Date: Fri, 9 Feb 2001 07:05:33 -0800



> Speaking of which, Anybody know of a good balancer rebuilding service?
>
> Tom H.
> >
> > Can the old balancer cause a leak? Yes, however most machine
> > shops carry the
> > sleeves that slip over the sealing surface.  This costs
> > somewhere around
> > $5.00.  You should be able to pull the balancer sleeve it and
> > quite possibly
> > fix the leak very cheaply.  But, if you want to replace the
> > seal itself you
> > need to remove the timing cover to do it correctly.
> > Burt Hill Kennewick WA 1972 F-250 4x4 460
> >
> > <snip>
>

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From: "Hogan, Tom (Portland)" <Tom.Hogan kla-tencor.com>
Subject: FW: Who makes the Best Torque Wrench?
Date: Fri, 9 Feb 2001 07:05:34 -0800



> Well, I think the subject line says it all but who would you
> recommend?  Also what type? Digital, Click, Beam?  I have a
> beam style now-- looks like a breaker bar with a separate
> needle that points to the torque reading.  A Craftsman I
> think.  I want a high quality tool for when I get ready to
> put this motor (FE) back together.
>
> Tom H.
>

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From: "MARTY COLMAN" <colman76 hotmail.com>
Subject: Re: Changing to poly bushings
Date: Fri, 09 Feb 2001 15:51:40


Thanks for the help guys, I appreciate it.  I'll just have to see about the
whole 'using the old shell' part.  Thanks for the tips Darryl, sounds like
that would make it easier.

Marty
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Date: Fri, 9 Feb 2001 09:34:41 -0800 (PST)
From: "D. DiMartino" <grunon yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: FW: Who makes the Best Torque Wrench?



i have used many types at work (aviation), the ones i always
thought were good were digital and snap-on. we've gotten some no
name items from uor supply system and they would sometimes last
for a few years and them fail cal specs.  the basic rule of
thumb when it comes to tools is: you get what you pay for.

=====
Daniel DiMartino
<grunon yahoo.com>
1968 F-250 soon to be a 4x4

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