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Replied to the topic Rod bearing knock ? 1932 Chevrolet
@steve-d thanks for offering to help out. After remeasuring must have gotten overwhelmed and measured wrong. It was still stock so I had one I think will work. It was #4 it took us 6 hrs. It will be worth it if what we did works. If not it’s been a learning adventure. I’m not sure if it had been # 1...
11 hours ago
Replied to the topic Adding Disc Brakes to 40 Convertible Advice Sought
You might find using later drum brakes might help without doing much work
22 hours ago
Replied to the topic Rod bearing knock ? 1932 Chevrolet
@kevin-ray Do you have the crank journal measurements? I have a few rods but no idea if any are oversize.
1 day ago
Replied to the topic New to me 48 Fleetline aero won't shift
Able to crawl under Fleetline again and now know what google AI is talking about. Google ai suggests I secure he steering whee, place a floor jack below trans and unbolt vacuum arm from trans shaft with the exception of freeing the bound up trans from the vacuum canister that is may go back...
1 day ago
Replied to the topic Drove out of the garage for the First Time!
Thanks Lee! Your assistance and friendship are very much appreciated!
1 day ago
Replied to the topic Drove out of the garage for the First Time!
@35mike
Thanks Mike! And thank you very much for the assistance in determining what I had and helping me find the parts I needed!
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Replied to the topic Drove out of the garage for the First Time!
Nick:
Great job, Buddy! This is a milestone that I am certain you’ll never forget! Glad we got to meet and exchange stories along the way. Sad you all have to move. Especially, that your project has to go in the process. Keep in touch and best of luck!
Cheers!
Lee
2 days ago
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Replied to the topic Beware Scammers in the Classifieds
I was told that a guy had a 38 Cabriolet and he was parting it out. He sent some pictures and I wondered why he was parting the car out. I asked about certain parts like a banjo steering wheel, rear view mirror and the spare tire cover. He gave me a price, and it sounded fair, but when I asked fo...
2 days ago
Replied to the topic Beware Scammers in the Classifieds
There are usually clues. Be suspicious. I asked for pictures once and got some that were obviously copied from eBay listings. Another time the item I needed was in England. Imagine that a Chevy part from the 1930s miraculously turning up in the UK. Sometimes the price is temptingly low and other tim...
2 days ago
Replied to the topic Drove out of the garage for the First Time!
@nicholas-gurin Nick, Sorry to hear about the sudden change in your circumstances. Congratulations on the progress on the truck.
Mike
2 days ago
Created the topic Beware Scammers in the Classifieds in General Discussion
One scammer down and maybe another on the hook. Beware if you're using on-line buy/sell platforms. It's interesting how focused they are in following a script that they ignore rudeness and obvious signs that the "victim" is on to them. Things to watch for. Using the exact header of the item you're t...
2 days ago
Created the topic Drove out of the garage for the First Time! in What did you do with your vehicle today?
2 1/2 years ago I purchased my project and joined this forum hoping to find the help I so badly needed.
I found it here and over at Stovebolt.com when suggested I visit there as well.
Today I drove the truck out of the garage with the engine running and the brakes working!
It still...
2 days ago
Replied to the topic Rod bearing knock ? 1932 Chevrolet
Hoping to find a usable used rod as others appear to be ok. Cost factor for one rod at most is half of what all 6 would be do to set up time. All kinds of new old stock for 33 but as we know they won’t work. Still looking. Thanks for all the advise and suggestions
3 days ago
Replied to the topic Rod bearing knock ? 1932 Chevrolet
@kevin-ray, in 2017, I rebuilt the 1928 engine in my '27 one ton truck by myself and at home. Although you are dealing with a 1932 engine, I think the story of my rebuild will help you better understand what is involved. This adventure is document here:
I tore down three used engines, check all...
3 days ago
Replied to the topic 38 Master Cylinder rebuild kit differences vs. stock
@joseph-deevy Joseph, I have some random brake parts from new kits. I might have your original style piston. If you can post or send me a picture of your old piston, I would be glad to look through my parts to see if I have one.
Mike Russell
ml.russell1936@gmail.com
3 days ago
Replied to the topic Rod bearing knock ? 1932 Chevrolet
There are several people or companies that can re-babbit a rod to either "semi" or a specific under size. Pauls Rod and Bearing, Egge are two. There is one that adversities in the G&D. If you know anyone that has a Model A or T they might know of one closer to you.
3 days ago
Replied to the topic Sound deadening & insulation
Any conversation that happens in my truck you are going to have to use your outdoor voice. Also, the engine ticking, the transmission whinning and the creaks and groans of the body and chassis are somewhat calming.