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Originally Posted by Mike Kelly
Great to have another C8 on this forum. And a rising of Phoenix from the ashes , 1981.
Does it have a repro body ? I have the drawings taken off the Nick Bullock C8. If you need anything, let me know.
I agree with Phil have the brake cylinders sleeved in stainless steel. A long lasting solution .
Does it have the original carby ? The Carter is a over complicated example of engineering !
I had ongoing problems with leaky water pumps until I rebuilt one , fitting a modern ceramic seal . No leaks anymore !
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The body looks like it has been either significantly restored, or a repro. The sides are very straight, indicating they have been replaced. The front stowage bins have had some significant repairs/panels replaced. If the truck is the one from the 1981 photo, it clearly has had the body replaced.
It has the Carter carb - I will refurb it, also have a Rochester carb to try.
The ceramic seal on water pump sounds like a good idea, where did you get it from?
Cheers
Richard