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61. Re: [oletrucks] Disquised 235's (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Wed, 4 Oct 2000 11:20:10 -0400; Deve et al, The term "Harmonic Balancer" is something of a misnomer, as it doesn't really "balance" anything. It is referred to in the GMC manuals as a "crankshaft damper" which reflects it's true pu; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00107.html (12,684 bytes)
62. Re: [oletrucks] 261 engine. (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Sun, 8 Oct 2000 19:28:14 -0400; A 1954 or early 1955 261 block (casting number 3733946) is supposed to have more cylinder wall thickness and unless there is a core shift, can be bored 3/16". That makes for 278 cu.in. Not bad, but c; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00205.html (8,867 bytes)
63. Re: [oletrucks] Fw: Overhead Valve Engines (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Mon, 9 Oct 2000 14:24:04 -0400; He's right, the early 265 Chev V8 had only a bypass filter. Even that may have been optional, not sure about that... Jack Halton 51 GMC 1/2 ton Winter Park FL -- Original Message -- From: "Gary Perry; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00224.html (11,601 bytes)
64. Re: [oletrucks] engine hoists (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Wed, 11 Oct 2000 21:24:04 -0400; I would spend the extra $50 for the 2 ton model. This model looks like the one I got at Costco for $189. It doesn't fold per se, but the legs knock down for storage. The adjustablity is a real plus,; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00294.html (8,251 bytes)
65. Re: [oletrucks] Carb? timing? (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2000 13:47:53 -0400; My Edelbrock 600 WAS only one step off perfect out of the box. Just a slight stumble off-idle. One step richer on the metering rods and springs, and I haven't touched it in years. The manual that com; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00376.html (8,579 bytes)
66. Re: [oletrucks] Reconditioned Rocker Arm Assembly (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Tue, 17 Oct 2000 19:29:28 -0400; You can get them from Patrick's for $149.95 http://www.patricksantiquecars.com/ They recommend you keep your old adjuster screws. Better idea: replace adjuster screws with those from a GMC 305 V6. Th; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00419.html (7,554 bytes)
67. Re: [oletrucks] 55 248 gmc (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Tue, 17 Oct 2000 19:29:35 -0400; The 248 engine was standard in the small GMC trucks from about 1954 to 1957 or so when it was superceded by the 270. It is a full pressure engine with precision insert bearings on both rods and mains; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00420.html (7,517 bytes)
68. Re: [oletrucks] Thickstun intake. (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Fri, 20 Oct 2000 07:06:43 -0400; Yes, the Thickstun was a '50s aftermarket intake, but I think was only made for the 216. It definitely did not come on the Corvette 235, which had 3 sidedraft Carter carbs. Jack Halton 51 GMC 1/2 ton; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00502.html (7,244 bytes)
69. Re: [oletrucks] Transmission ID (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Sun, 22 Oct 2000 14:23:52 -0400; Its a Bog Warner T85N, 3 spd with Electric OD. From a '50s GM passenger car. It will bolt up to your '58 bellhousing, but will require changing to an open driveline. Jack Halton 51 GMC 1/2 ton Winter; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00569.html (7,578 bytes)
70. [oletrucks] NOS bumpers (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Sun, 22 Oct 2000 19:45:43 -0400; Check out this site: http://www.vapinc.com/ I don't recall seeing NOS AD truck bumpers anywhere but these guys have em. Under "one of a kind items" page 4...Any WA state ole-truckers who could take a; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00571.html (6,565 bytes)
71. Re: [oletrucks] Differential Problem (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Tue, 24 Oct 2000 14:12:44 -0400; That's what I used on the rear circuit in my disc/drum combination. A few trail runs in an empty parking lot got rid of the rear lockup problem. I think the Summit valve is made by Wilwood, but it's; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00619.html (9,029 bytes)
72. Re: [oletrucks] 55 1st Rear End (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Wed, 25 Oct 2000 20:22:25 -0400; The '55 1st series rear end had a 3.90 ratio, with 4.11 as an option. It's easy to check - just pull the cover, count the teeth on the ring gear, and divide by the number of teeth on the pinion gear.; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00672.html (8,331 bytes)
73. Re: [oletrucks] new Master Cyl under floor? (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Thu, 26 Oct 2000 16:35:05 -0400; Kevin, just about any master cylinder will fit under the floor, in the approximate original location; just don't plan on doing much through the original access hole. A dual chamber M/C has a rectangu; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00692.html (8,232 bytes)
74. Re: [oletrucks] Brake Shoes (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Thu, 26 Oct 2000 23:08:24 -0400; Amen Tom, I always try Obsolete first. They may not have the fanciest catalog but they are unquestionably some of the nicest and most knowledgeable folks in the hobby. Prices are always competitive a; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00711.html (9,555 bytes)
75. Re: [oletrucks] shipping question (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Tue, 31 Oct 2000 18:36:38 -0500; Best deal I found was at Transportation Logistics in Wilson NC (800) 831-0791. they are a freight broker, not shipper. Cost $118 for a big old GMC 302 short block from CA to FL. This is about 2/3 che; /html/oletrucks/2000-10/msg00827.html (8,497 bytes)
76. Re: [oletrucks] Truck Engines (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Mon, 4 Sep 2000 08:04:06 -0400; While the Chevy and GMC do share a few parts (water pump, cam bearings, engine mounts) they are otherwise entirely different. GMC are full pressure oiling, Chevy are dip and splash. Jack Halton 51 GM; /html/oletrucks/2000-09/msg00067.html (7,520 bytes)
77. Re: [oletrucks] What kind of Engine do I have? (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Tue, 5 Sep 2000 18:02:31 -0400; I cannot find the AGCA prefix, could it possibly be AJCA? If so it is a 1951 216 engine. A better ID is by the block casting number, the '51 216 should be 3835497. Look near the pan rail for numbers; /html/oletrucks/2000-09/msg00153.html (8,482 bytes)
78. Re: [oletrucks] IFS brand recommendation (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Wed, 6 Sep 2000 12:16:14 -0400; permanently welded in position. I beg to differ here. There is nothing inherently dangerous with bolt-in suspension. Audi won LeMans after unbolting entire rear suspension/gearbox unit and replacing; /html/oletrucks/2000-09/msg00157.html (9,767 bytes)
79. Re: [oletrucks] How can you tell! (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Thu, 7 Sep 2000 20:26:35 -0400; If engine is as original that's right. But valve cover arrangements can be changed, so the best way is to get the casting number off the block and compare it with the lists available at the Inliners; /html/oletrucks/2000-09/msg00206.html (7,895 bytes)
80. Re: [oletrucks] How can you tell! (score: 1): Author: "Jack Halton" <safesix@earthlink.net>; Date: Fri, 8 Sep 2000 07:12:48 -0400; GMC head casting numbers are listed at www.inliners.org casting numbers link "GMC - The Numbers game". Jack Halton 51 GMC 1/2 ton Winter Park FL that oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks buil; /html/oletrucks/2000-09/msg00219.html (7,882 bytes)

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