C8 progress in Texas

David DeWeese · #1 22-03-09, 04:47

Bob,
The factory parts list I spoke of last weekend still hasn't surfaced yet. Will casting numbers do? Found them today under the transmission when I pulled it. Forgot to write them down, but will get them if they will work for you.

Got the frame painted today and motor went in for good. Used the Gillispie paint that worked well for me in the past. Got four gallons for $100 with no haz-mat fees or shipping by picking the paint up directly from Rapco. They are only a little over an hour away from me, plus love to go there and browse all their neat stuff in the yard.
What do you guys think about the color?
Thanks, David

David DeWeese · #2 29-03-09, 02:35

Walked around the truck all week, and was extremely dissatisfied with the color I chose. Should have searched the forum before committing to a paint color in the first place.

Had a couple of gallons of the FS 20260 mixed, and blew on a couple of coats today. I like it a lot better!
Got all my front brake lines sorted out also, so was a fairly good day in all.
Thanks, David

aj.lec · #3 29-03-09, 05:19

Looking good David

David DeWeese · #4 06-04-09, 03:53

Hi,
Another productive weekend as I was able to straighten the front bumper and the "D" ring tow hooks were freed up and installed. A major part of the cab assembly was also put back in place for good. Drivetrain received a new clutch and transmission went in for last time. Fit floor plates to check how new transmission would fit. Only a minor trim on the rear and one side is needed for clearance.
Sorted through my engine cover sheetmetal to see what I have. Does anyone have a photo of the transmission and emergency brake lever cover? Mine is missing.

Thanks, David

aj.lec · #5 06-04-09, 04:05

Here is a couple of pictures
If you like i can measure one up and post the dimensions to make one

aj.lec · #6 06-04-09, 13:47

try this

David DeWeese · #7 06-04-09, 14:19

Thanks a million Andrew! That will certainly take out the guesswork on the cover! May have to stretch the dimensions on the rear and left side a little to fit the new hole, but not by much.
Thanks again! David

Alex Blair (RIP) · #8 08-04-09, 14:52

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Originally Posted by David DeWeese

Hi,
Another productive weekend as I was able to straighten the front bumper and the "D" ring tow hooks were freed up and installed. A major part of the cab assembly was also put back in place for good. Drivetrain received a new clutch and transmission went in for last time. Fit floor plates to check how new transmission would fit. Only a minor trim on the rear and one side is needed for clearance.
Sorted through my engine cover sheetmetal to see what I have. Does anyone have a photo of the transmission and emergency brake lever cover? Mine is missing.

Thanks, David

David.
Beautiful job on the truck...That checkerplate is the very early type and rare and unavailable today..I believe it is called "Bar and dot" checkerplate..
At least that is what I call it..
Keep up the great job..

David DeWeese · #9 08-04-09, 15:31

Thanks Alex,
Had some real reservations about cutting the plate to fit the transmission, but it has to be done. The trans cover will hide it. Will make one clean cut with the plasma cutter on the small piece I have to remove, then store the piece back if anyone ever wants to replace it.
Thanks, David

Alex Blair (RIP) · #10 08-04-09, 17:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by David DeWeese

Thanks Alex,
Had some real reservations about cutting the plate to fit the transmission, but it has to be done. The trans cover will hide it. Will make one clean cut with the plasma cutter on the small piece I have to remove, then store the piece back if anyone ever wants to replace it.
Thanks, David

I don't know if "Conservative" is a bad word in Texas But conserving the little bits of removed plate is a true sign of a real restorer..
I know that I wouldn't call you a Liberal...That is a bad word up here in Canada..so would probably get me shot in Texas,..at least roped and dragged..
Keep up the excellent work and the ongoing restoration reports with pictures..