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Old Aug 29, 2024 | 11:28 AM
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Lets Get Engine Going!

Thanks for all the replies on my new truck. I was told that it will turn over with a new battery and gas.

Before I get to the battery and gas I am going to change the oil.

If members wouldn't mind helping be out with my project it would be great. After the oil change what would your next move be?


 
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Old Aug 29, 2024 | 11:47 AM
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In no particular order, things to consider:

*Lubricate the fan hub & generator
*Turn by hand
*IV fuel tank setup
*New heavy gauge 00 battery cables
*Pull and check the plugs for dirtiness and proper gap
*Check for spark & clean/check ignition system
*Verify what starter electrical system you have - ground trigger or power trigger
*Be sure it is in neutral
 
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Old Aug 29, 2024 | 12:10 PM
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Originally Posted by bmoran4
In no particular order, things to consider:

*Lubricate the fan hub & generator
*Turn by hand
*IV fuel tank setup
*New heavy gauge 00 battery cables
*Pull and check the plugs for dirtiness and proper gap
*Check for spark & clean/check ignition system
*Verify what starter electrical system you have - ground trigger or power trigger
*Be sure it is in neutral
Perfect! Thank you. On it this weekend!!
 
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Old Aug 29, 2024 | 12:16 PM
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Do we know for sure if it's been set up for 12 volts or is it still 6V? That looks like a 12V battery on the tray.
 
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Old Aug 29, 2024 | 12:42 PM
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First thing I'd do is pull all the plugs, and check the cylinders for water. Clean and gap the plugs while they're out.
Then check the condition of the points/rotor/cap.
Once all the above has been checked, spin it over with the plugs out to see if you are getting spark at all the cylinders. At that time you'll be able to tell if the fuel pump is working, and the condition of the gas.
 
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Old Aug 29, 2024 | 12:44 PM
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Good eye on the battery! It's in the wrong spot for the V8! I just thought it was missing.... And now that I see it, it does look like a 12V. However, the generator looks like a generator and not a 12V alternator...
 
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Old Aug 29, 2024 | 01:43 PM
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When I first got my truck (1976) it had a 12V generator that looked just like that one. That is, it had the mounting flange cast into the end cover.


 
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Old Aug 29, 2024 | 01:45 PM
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Ford had 12v generators in most of their models from 56-64. They all look the same to me from the outside.

The truck has been documented as being originally 6 cylinder equipped, and they had the battery and solenoid on the drivers side, as this one has.
 
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Old Aug 29, 2024 | 06:26 PM
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You have to pull the pin out of the mounting bracket since there is no hole in the body of the 12V and swap pulley. Fords are cool, you can swap that pulley onto an Alternator and the band clamp will hold it. Just need to get depth for belt alignments.
 
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Old Aug 30, 2024 | 06:26 AM
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I would highly recommend pulling the plugs and fill the cylinders with some sort of lubricant before you turn it over...even by hand. Put some ATF in there, marvel, oil, anything to moisten the cylinders and pistons. Also, unless the oil looks terrible, I would just leave it, run it for a bit and build some heat and then change the oil. If the oil has gas or water in it then go ahead and change it first but after you run it for a bit and build some heat I would drip the oil again right away. Good luck, it will be a nice truck for you!!!
 
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Originally Posted by 52 Merc
Do we know for sure if it's been set up for 12 volts or is it still 6V? That looks like a 12V battery on the tray.
I think it is 12v. Saw a 12V label.
 
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Old Aug 30, 2024 | 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by red21sweep
I think it is 12v. Saw a 12V label.
A label on what? Generator? Voltage regulator?
 
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Old Aug 30, 2024 | 07:13 PM
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Originally Posted by 52 Merc
A label on what? Generator? Voltage regulator?

 
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Old Aug 31, 2024 | 07:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Hammermanr2
I would highly recommend pulling the plugs and fill the cylinders with some sort of lubricant before you turn it over...even by hand. Put some ATF in there, marvel, oil, anything to moisten the cylinders and pistons. Also, unless the oil looks terrible, I would just leave it, run it for a bit and build some heat and then change the oil. If the oil has gas or water in it then go ahead and change it first but after you run it for a bit and build some heat I would drip the oil again right away. Good luck, it will be a nice truck for you!!!
If you go this way, I would suggest you stick with motor oil. I think just a small amount in each cylinder, and without the sparkplugs installed, turn the engine over several times to spread the oil over the cylinder walls. Really, in my opinion, a few drops should be enough.
 
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Old Aug 31, 2024 | 01:31 PM
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Originally Posted by PLM1955
If you go this way, I would suggest you stick with motor oil. I think just a small amount in each cylinder, and without the sparkplugs installed, turn the engine over several times to spread the oil over the cylinder walls. Really, in my opinion, a few drops should be enough.
A few drops is not going to do much...put at least half a cup in each cylinder and let them soak...turn it over 360 and let it soak, then crank on it...all with the plugs out. There is nothing worse than turning over a dry motor.
 
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