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Old Nov 15, 2010 | 07:18 PM
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As much as I've searched here, I've never seen the thread listed up above, nor pics as clear as #68, 69.. and having the halves painted differently like that is awesome for distinguishing!
Thanks for the clarification, now I'm certain my wheels are safe.
 
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Old Nov 16, 2010 | 10:38 AM
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heavytlc, that's a beautiful truck!

I'm really intrigued by the two single-reservoir master cylinders on the firewall in picture 84. How does this work and how is it linked? Can you tell us more? One looks to be using 3/16" line and the other 1/4" brake line.
 
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Old Nov 16, 2010 | 10:50 AM
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Originally Posted by mtflat
heavytlc, that's a beautiful truck!

I'm really intrigued by the two single-reservoir master cylinders on the firewall in picture 84. How does this work and how is it linked? Can you tell us more? One looks to be using 3/16" line and the other 1/4" brake line.
The one on the left in the pic (driver's right) is the brake, going to a hydra-vac under cab under the driver's seat.

The one on the right in the pic (driver's left foot) is the clutch master cylinder.
 
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Old Nov 16, 2010 | 10:56 AM
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BTW, that is a nice looking truck...probably better condition than dad's '58 was in '62. (midwest truck, floor rusted out already)

I like the rebar "man steps" in front. You need those....

Running with the wheels uncovered you run the risk of a rock or two into the back of the cab--you knew that, so go pick the rocks out of the tires every time you hit any gravel in your travels....
 
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Old Nov 16, 2010 | 11:07 AM
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I'm thinking that truck doesn't see too many gravel roads...
 
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Old Nov 16, 2010 | 11:21 AM
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Originally Posted by ALBUQ F-1
I'm thinking that truck doesn't see too many gravel roads...
It does have that "showroom fresh" look to it.....
 
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