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pre61-list Digest Tue, 29 Feb 2000 Volume: 2000 Issue: 018

In This Issue:
Re: hotrod
Radio Repair
Re: Radio Repair
Bed Floor Removal
hotrod 51
Re: Bed Floor Removal
"unsubscribe pre61-list"
Re: hotrod
Re: hotrod
Re: Radio Repair
The Forge!!
Re: The Forge!!
Re: Manifold and Carb 292
Re: Manifold and Carb 292
Re: 292-272 Fan
Re: The Forge!!
Re: Manifold and Carb 292
radiator for 1958 F100

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From: DEADOAK

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Date: Tue, 29 Feb 2000 11:02:17 EST
Subject: Re: hotrod

Dennis,

Thanks for the info. I haven't given up on him completely yet. He's the
youngest of three and I've found patience usually wins out. He's helped me
with my 48 Mer pu and my 52 Merc pu so he has some idea of the expense and
I've told him plainly we are not mortgaging the farm for his truck. He
subscribes to Hot Rod magazine but I'll check out the others you mentioned.

Thanks again,
Charles

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From: hwillms

ca.ibm.com
Date: Tue, 29 Feb 2000 12:16:25 -0500
Subject: Radio Repair

I need some service on my 48 Ford Truck radio, it is always powered on as
the on/off volume switch does turn off anymore. I see a few companies
advertising their servcies, but wondered if anyone has experience with any
repair shops.. I took the control apart myself but could not figure out
why it was not working.

Henry Willms

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From: "Howard H. Tarnoff" qnci.net>
Subject: Re: Radio Repair
Date: Tue, 29 Feb 2000 12:59:11 -0500

I have used the shop in the north shore area of Massachusetts. Quality
work, sticks to estimates, and delivers on schedule. What more could one
ask for?
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Subject: [pre61-list] Radio Repair

>
>
> I need some service on my 48 Ford Truck radio, it is always powered on as
> the on/off volume switch does turn off anymore. I see a few companies
> advertising their servcies, but wondered if anyone has experience with any
> repair shops.. I took the control apart myself but could not figure out
> why it was not working.
>
> Henry Willms
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From: pschumacher

mindspring.com
Date: Tue, 29 Feb 2000 14:28:47 -0500
Subject: Bed Floor Removal

I have a '56 longbox that has a steel plate welded in over the original
wood floor. I want it out and I'm not sure how to do this. How far out from
the bed sides should the cut be? I will hire someone to do this. I just
dont want to make a costly error. Thanks for any help.

Peter
'56

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Date: Tue, 29 Feb 2000 14:26:26 -0500 (EST)
From: Winford Rister usa.com>
Subject: hotrod 51

Charles, it's your (and your son's) project, so you should do whatever you
think you will be happiest with.

I think it's a shame to break apart an original which is in good running
condition. Perhaps you could sell or swap it to someone wanting an original
for a hybrid already in progress. I believe you stated the flathead ran
'like a top'. So many of the people on this site have experience with that
engine, you wouldn't have much trouble solving any problems or questions
about it.

I am customizing my 54, only because the original running gear was not
acceptable for a daily driver. But I am staying all Ford.

Anyway, good luck with the project, and I think you are definitely doing the
right thing, working together on it with your son. Just keep him safety
conscious, both working on the project, and driving it!

-
Winford Rister
McKinney Texas
54F100(in progress)
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Date: Tue, 29 Feb 2000 14:28:13 -0500
From: "Jason Piccola" kda.com>
Subject: Re: Bed Floor Removal

I have a 55' Stake body. Someone welded steel over my rotted wooden bed.
Luckily it was only tack welded around the sides. I took my high speed rotary
tool and cut the welds. I then ground down the remaining beads of weld on the
frame. I did not want to use the torch because I was afraid of damaging the
frame.

Jason Piccola
55 Ford F-250

pschumacher

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> I have a '56 longbox that has a steel plate welded in over the original
> wood floor. I want it out and I'm not sure how to do this. How far out from
> the bed sides should the cut be? I will hire someone to do this. I just
> dont want to make a costly error. Thanks for any help.
>
> Peter
> '56
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From: "Vierra, William BGI SF" barclaysglobal.com>
Subject: Re: hotrod
Date: Tue, 29 Feb 2000 13:40:55 -0800

Hotrodding the 51 F1 is going to be a great experience for the two of you.
I have a 51 with a 302 and C4 and am happy with it. Putting any other motor
than the Flathead in is going to be some work. You will need new front
motor mounts and to channel or replace the rear cross member. This involves
some decision making as if you replace the rear cross member you will have
to remount or relocate the master cylinder.

As a first project I would stick with the flathead for as long as you can to
save money if nothing else. I would be happy to talk to your son about the
pluses/minus of a 302 vs. 350 installation he can email me off list.

Good luck.

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From: "fugate51" ford-trucks.com>
Subject: Re: hotrod
Date: Tue, 29 Feb 2000 18:19:05 -0800

I would definately use the Flatmotor for ypu 51 F1 HOTROD ! your son doesn't
know it, but these things are pretty peppy with the right stuff in them, I
know! I;m building one right now (51 F1) I'm using aluminum heads and intake
with 2 deuces and all kinds of neet stuff inside the motor! you can do other
stuff to modernize other than change engines, like Mustang II ifs FORD 9" to
make your ride a little more respectable(comfortable). If you don't have
access to a machine shop or own a lotta tools, DON'T attempt an engine
tranny swap.
Just my .02
Sam In Mt. Sterling.
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Subject: [pre61-list] Re: hotrod

> Hotrodding the 51 F1 is going to be a great experience for the two of you.

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From: Fordf3

aol.com
Date: Tue, 29 Feb 2000 19:31:48 EST
Subject: Re: Radio Repair

would there be any chance of getting a picture of that 48 truck radio and
exactly what it is

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Date: Tue, 29 Feb 2000 19:39:45 -0800 (PST)
From: Dennis Moody yahoo.com>
Subject: The Forge!!

Has FTE made any plans to block a group of rooms again
this year???

Just curious, only 2.5 months to go!!!!!

Thanks,

Dennis Moody

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>Has FTE made any plans to block a group of rooms again
>this year???
>
>Just curious, only 2.5 months to go!!!!!
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>
>Thanks,
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Date: Tue, 29 Feb 2000 21:08:19 -0800
From: Thompson worldnet.att.net>
Subject: Re: Manifold and Carb 292

Mike,

80 bucks sounds like a good deal for a 4-bbl intake. I paid $140 for mine,
and that was without the carb. Should fit any 272 or 292, I would think. You
might want to look into a 4-bbl camshaft to really take advantage of the
increased CFM. I've never rebuilt a Holley 4-bbl, but I know there are lots
of places to get rebuild kits. Haynes publishes a pretty decent manual on
these carbs...

Ben Thompson
F350 9-ft Express Named Bertha

>
> Date: Mon, 28 Feb 2000 20:57:15 -0800
> From: Mike Pacheco uswest.net>
> Subject: Manifold and Carb 292
>
> Will the manifold and carb from a 56- 292 with the t-bird option (4
> barrel) fit a 55 Ford 272?
> I purchase it for $80.00, Is this a good price ? It looks like the carb
> needs rebuilding, and the last question is, How tough is this carb to
> rebuild? Its a Holley.
>
> Mike in Burien

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Date: Wed, 1 Mar 2000 06:21:21 -0800 (PST)
From: Ed Ellston yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: Manifold and Carb 292

The pigeon forge list sign up is not working. Tried
it twice and both e-mails came back to me.

--- Thompson worldnet.att.net> wrote:
> Mike,
>
> 80 bucks sounds like a good deal for a 4-bbl
> intake. I paid $140 for mine,
> and that was without the carb. Should fit any 272
> or 292, I would think. You
> might want to look into a 4-bbl camshaft to really
> take advantage of the
> increased CFM. I've never rebuilt a Holley 4-bbl,
> but I know there are lots
> of places to get rebuild kits. Haynes publishes a
> pretty decent manual on
> these carbs...
>
> Ben Thompson
> F350 9-ft Express Named Bertha
>
> >
> > Date: Mon, 28 Feb 2000 20:57:15 -0800
> > From: Mike Pacheco uswest.net>
> > Subject: Manifold and Carb 292
> >
> > Will the manifold and carb from a 56- 292 with the
> t-bird option (4
> > barrel) fit a 55 Ford 272?
> > I purchase it for $80.00, Is this a good price ?
> It looks like the carb
> > needs rebuilding, and the last question is, How
> tough is this carb to
> > rebuild? Its a Holley.
> >
> > Mike in Burien
>
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Date: Wed, 1 Mar 2000 09:23:29 EST
Subject: Re: 292-272 Fan

I need a fan for a 292 or a 272. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Nick

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Date: Wed, 1 Mar 2000 07:03:15 -0800 (PST)
From: Ed Ellston yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: The Forge!!

Ken:

that URL is incorrect since when I sent mail there it
came back to me.

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>
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> >Has FTE made any plans to block a group of rooms
> again
> >this year???
> >
> >Just curious, only 2.5 months to go!!!!!
> >
> >
> >Thanks,
> >
> >Dennis Moody
> >
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Date: Wed, 1 Mar 2000 07:13:29 -0800 (PST)
From: Dennis Moody yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: Manifold and Carb 292

--- Ed Ellston yahoo.com> wrote:
> The pigeon forge list sign up is not working. Tried
> it twice and both e-mails came back to me.

Ditto!!!

Dennis Moody

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Date: Wed, 1 Mar 2000 17:18:11 -0600
From: Laura Nelson gsbs3.gs.uth.tmc.edu>
Subject: radiator for 1958 F100

Dear Truckers,

I'm pretty sure I need a new radiator for my 1958 F100 with 292
engine. It's been losing alot of coolant lately (more than a gallon a day)
and steam was almost pouring out the front last night even after I'd
turned off the engine. I've been looking and can't find one here in town....

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