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- Mon Nov 09, 2015 9:10 pm
- Forum: GENERAL CHIT CHAT (NON-TECHNICAL)
- Topic: rusty rockers
- Replies: 3
- Views: 339
rusty rockers
it has been years since I have been on the site. too busy! just got a new laptop and am back on line away for a year. My 66 is starting to show its age and got a case of the New England rust. Daily driver in the snow and road salt has the rockers rotting. Is there a company that is making replacemen...
- Wed Oct 27, 2010 5:43 pm
- Forum: *ENGINE/DRIVELINE/FUEL SYSTEM HELP*
- Topic: carb interchange
- Replies: 1
- Views: 106
carb interchange
I am looking at a 1971 d100 for sale for my 17 yr old daughter. She wants an old dodge truck like dads.It is a Texas truck with little rust. It has a 318 with a bad carb, so I was told. I have a spare carb from a 273 v8 and one from my poly. I was wondering if they would be compatable. Going to see ...
- Mon Apr 06, 2009 5:53 pm
- Forum: GENERAL CHIT CHAT (NON-TECHNICAL)
- Topic: another swept dies
- Replies: 2
- Views: 197
another swept dies
I had a 65 stepside I had to get out of the yard. It was a sad day to see another truck go but the new town restrictions do not let me call it "lawn ornament". :study It was pretty rusty, and saved any part I could. The old man who owned if painted it many times with a brush. it had body filler in t...
- Mon Apr 06, 2009 5:29 pm
- Forum: GENERAL CHIT CHAT (NON-TECHNICAL)
- Topic: Connecticut Sweptline Fans Stand Up and be Counted
- Replies: 7
- Views: 231
Re: Connecticut Sweptline Fans Stand Up and be Counted
Hey!
I am not in Conn. but close. I am in RI, not too far away. I have 66 d100 Css and a 65 a100 project.
Matt
I am not in Conn. but close. I am in RI, not too far away. I have 66 d100 Css and a 65 a100 project.
Matt
- Thu Mar 27, 2008 7:18 pm
- Forum: *ENGINE/DRIVELINE/FUEL SYSTEM HELP*
- Topic: trany fluid question
- Replies: 1
- Views: 153
trany fluid question
OK, I drained tha fluid from my automatic tranny last year to replace the filter. shortly after that I got an infection and had a operation on my armand had some time in the hospital. I am getting back to working on the van, the question is did I do any damage by leaving it so long?? The van has bee...
- Thu Mar 20, 2008 6:39 pm
- Forum: A100 TRUCK AND VAN DISCUSSION
- Topic: What kind of projects are in the works?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 7229
Re: What kind of projects are in the works?
I am working on my 65 a100. Not too exciting just a window van with a camper top. I have finished replacing the rotted rockers. Now I am mounting quick release brackets from a 2000 van. mounting them recessed in the floor. Then I can replace the shift cables and wiring. Hope to get it on the road th...
- Thu Mar 20, 2008 6:25 pm
- Forum: POWERWAGON 4X4 DISCUSSION
- Topic: 4x4s represent!!!!
- Replies: 187
- Views: 100870
Re: 4x4s represent!!!!
John, I like your wrecker. I always thought it would be cool to have one.
Matt
Matt
- Thu Mar 20, 2008 6:20 pm
- Forum: GENERAL CHIT CHAT (NON-TECHNICAL)
- Topic: Steel glove boxes-pics up: 4 for sale
- Replies: 21
- Views: 1022
Re: Steel glove boxes-pics up
I had one made for me by a local hvac guy. cost me $15, 5 years ago. I love it
Matt
Matt
- Mon Mar 17, 2008 8:56 pm
- Forum: POWERWAGON 4X4 DISCUSSION
- Topic: looking at a 68 PW
- Replies: 3
- Views: 610
looking at a 68 PW
Looking at a 68 4x4 in my area. It is pretty rusty, it has a plow on it. Havn't seen it yet or heard it run. They are asking $600 for it. I am not familiar with power wagons. is there anything I should look for good or bad?
Thanks Matt
Thanks Matt
- Wed Mar 05, 2008 8:19 pm
- Forum: GENERAL CHIT CHAT (NON-TECHNICAL)
- Topic: shipping questions
- Replies: 7
- Views: 259
Re: shipping questions
Will a 66 d100 long bed truck fit into a U haul truck?? or is it too wide?
Matt
Matt
- Sat Mar 01, 2008 1:21 pm
- Forum: GENERAL CHIT CHAT (NON-TECHNICAL)
- Topic: shipping questions
- Replies: 7
- Views: 259
shipping questions
I am looking for the cost to ship a cab from new Mexico to New England. Does anybody know the weight of a cab? Ben did you have a cab shipped to you in Florida?
just looking for options Matt
just looking for options Matt
- Wed Oct 24, 2007 7:26 pm
- Forum: *ENGINE/DRIVELINE/FUEL SYSTEM HELP*
- Topic: engineand trany swap
- Replies: 0
- Views: 256
engineand trany swap
Hello all, It has been a while since Iiwas on here. I am getting a 65 stepside with a blown /6 three on the column. :dance My wife thinks she would like me to fix it up for her. I was thinking of droping in a 360 with an automatic tranny in it. :thinking I have the engine i believe from a 77 truck, ...
- Wed May 09, 2007 7:45 pm
- Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
- Topic: where to get brake drums?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1298
where to get brake drums?
I took my truck in to the shop today to look at my brakes. The mechanic said they are too thin to turn down. I also have a crack in the front right drum. I have a spare axel from an A100. I don't know if it is compatable? I am going to drop them at his shop in the morning. If not I need to find a pa...
- Sun Jan 28, 2007 4:36 pm
- Forum: **GENERAL TECHNICAL HELP**
- Topic: Roll on Bed liner by Herculiner
- Replies: 3
- Views: 296
I used it on my bed it works great. The hardest part it to get the bed cleaned. I used a wire wheel on a drill and cleaned/scuffed it well. then cleaned it with xylene. I have scratched it in a few places over the years but I am not too gentle when I was hauling scrap metal. I bought a gallon and an...
- Sat Jul 15, 2006 4:40 am
- Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
- Topic: leaf spring bushings
- Replies: 1
- Views: 287
leaf spring bushings
OK guys I know it has been asked before. I am swaping springs on my truck. I have the springs off my parts truck but need new bushings. I was wondering who has used what type and what experiance. rubber ? poly? I am planning on doing front and rear.
Thanks Matt
Thanks Matt
- Sun Jun 25, 2006 6:37 pm
- Forum: GENERAL CHIT CHAT (NON-TECHNICAL)
- Topic: North East Rally????
- Replies: 11
- Views: 400
- Fri Mar 17, 2006 6:59 pm
- Forum: *SUSPENSION/BRAKES/STEERING/TIRES HELP*
- Topic: Brake trouble pulling to the left
- Replies: 5
- Views: 433
Brake trouble pulling to the left
I have been batteling with brake trouble for the last 6 months. When I stepped on the brakes the front left wheel would not release. bought a new wheel cylinder. then it was the right front. I was told it was bad brake hoses. Replaced all hoses. still had problems. I was then told by someone else it...
- Sat Mar 11, 2006 7:56 pm
- Forum: *ENGINE/DRIVELINE/FUEL SYSTEM HELP*
- Topic: replacing a head gasket in a100
- Replies: 2
- Views: 214
replacing a head gasket in a100
Well it is about time to start working on my old a100. I squeaked it in the garage today and am planning on replacing the head gasket. I am also going to review the wiring. I am planning on pulling the heads while in the van. I have a 273 V8? The wiring has many cuts and splices, so I think It will ...
- Sat Mar 11, 2006 7:21 pm
- Forum: A100 TRUCK AND VAN DISCUSSION
- Topic: New Van owner
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1292
Finally getting around to working on the old van. I pulled it into the garage with about an inch of clearance from the top to the garage door. :lol: I am planning on pulling the head to tackle the head gasket. I was planning on doing it with the engine in the van. And tips or advise is welcome. :Thu...
- Mon Nov 07, 2005 7:35 pm
- Forum: GENERAL CHIT CHAT (NON-TECHNICAL)
- Topic: What's your winter project?
- Replies: 34
- Views: 997
I have been too busy toi stop by lately. My dad sold his warehouse and we have been moving stuff. Out late nights moving machinery and junk. He had a machine shop and a wood shop there. He has been getting rid of lots of stuff and I have been taking stuff home too. I now have no room in my garageto ...