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by Astrowing
January 24, 2012, 4:13 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Ignition switch
Replies: 3
Views: 226

Re: Ignition switch

Thanks, Brian. My ignition switch has failed and I'm replacing it today.
by Astrowing
January 23, 2012, 10:33 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Ignition switch
Replies: 3
Views: 226

Ignition switch

It's been so long since I've started my truck, but I assume that if you turn the switch to start and release it, a spring moves it back to On position. Also, do the GEN light and OIL light stay on in the Start position? They then go off when oil pressure comes up and Gen rotates fast enough to put o...
by Astrowing
January 18, 2012, 10:21 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Surviving alcohol based gasoline
Replies: 3
Views: 272

Re: Surviving alcohol based gasoline

They even have a 1964 Ford F100 as one of the vehicles that keeps changing at the top of the page.
by Astrowing
January 12, 2012, 3:12 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Heater questions for '61 with 223 six
Replies: 4
Views: 217

Re: Heater questions for '61 with 223 six

Are these fittings the same as used on a FE?
by Astrowing
January 12, 2012, 1:44 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Heater questions for '61 with 223 six
Replies: 4
Views: 217

Re: Heater questions for '61 with 223 six

Thanks, Brian

It looks like the valve is just aft of the horn relay then. Is that correct?
by Astrowing
January 12, 2012, 12:05 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Heater questions for '61 with 223 six
Replies: 4
Views: 217

Heater questions for '61 with 223 six

Where was the cable operated shutoff valve located? Did it float on the hoses, or was it mounted to an inner fender? Also, what fittings are used on the engine block and water pump?
by Astrowing
January 12, 2012, 8:56 am
Forum: Projects & Builds
Topic: '61 Finally moving again
Replies: 71
Views: 5012

Re: '61 Finally moving again

Got my wiring harness almost ready to get back in and weatherstripping on vent windows changed out. That weatherstripping is easy to get the old stuff off, but getting the new stuff in position is a lot of work. I used DC weatherstripping.
by Astrowing
January 10, 2012, 1:02 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Voltage regulator
Replies: 8
Views: 309

Re: Voltage regulator

Analog, meaning the old original regulator with the power resisters on the back and the contacts and switches inside. As opposed to a modern regulator with transisters and who knows what else inside the unit.
by Astrowing
January 10, 2012, 8:33 am
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Voltage regulator
Replies: 8
Views: 309

Re: Voltage regulator

I guess I'll just tap the terminals so I can use the screws.
by Astrowing
January 10, 2012, 8:32 am
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Shift lever handle removal
Replies: 4
Views: 229

Re: Shift lever handle removal

Thanks, guys. Yes I should have said for a 3sp column shift. The answer is they are pressed on and I have one that is crumbling, so shouldn't be too hard to get off.
by Astrowing
January 9, 2012, 8:01 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Shift lever handle removal
Replies: 4
Views: 229

Shift lever handle removal

How do you remove the handle on the shift lever? Or the turn signal lever for that matter? I have a replacement handle and I don't see any Allen set screws.
by Astrowing
January 9, 2012, 8:00 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Voltage regulator
Replies: 8
Views: 309

Re: Voltage regulator

It is for a generator, and has ARM, FLD, and BAT terminals. It is also an analog unit intended to replace the original. It looks just like the originals except it is blue rather than black. The terminals are not tapped for the screws is the only difference I see.
by Astrowing
January 8, 2012, 6:07 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Voltage regulator
Replies: 8
Views: 309

Voltage regulator

I got a replacement voltage regulator and the terminals are not tapped like the original. Are folks using a nut clip or tapping it to work with the sheet metal screws like original?
by Astrowing
January 7, 2012, 9:27 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Latch support struts
Replies: 3
Views: 266

Re: Latch support struts

I located the latch supports. Thanks everyone.
by Astrowing
January 7, 2012, 9:38 am
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Which Mirror?
Replies: 20
Views: 817

Re: Which Mirror?

My '61 did not come with any outside mirrors. There was a plug in both drivers side and passenger. And a sunvisor only on the drivers side and no heater. It was truly a farm truck. As far as the outside door lock, when these trucks were driven to town to the feed store or the hardware store, you par...
by Astrowing
January 4, 2012, 1:54 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: bed boards with pictures
Replies: 10
Views: 475

Re: bed boards with pictures

Skip, have you fitted your tailgate hinges yet? I was wondering if you are having as much fun as me getting them to work! :?
by Astrowing
January 4, 2012, 11:05 am
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Latch support struts
Replies: 3
Views: 266

Re: Latch support struts

Yes, for the hood latch. Shoot me a PM on how much you want for a pair plus shipping to Houston, TX 77062. Thanks!
by Astrowing
January 3, 2012, 1:41 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Latch support struts
Replies: 3
Views: 266

Latch support struts

Looks like I've lost or misplaced my latch support struts for my '61. Does anyone have a pair they'd like to sell me?
by Astrowing
January 2, 2012, 7:43 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: 1961 flareside rear fender brace
Replies: 7
Views: 293

Re: 1961 flareside rear fender brace

Thanks again! I'm still having problems getting the hinge to span the double flange and still line up with the two holes in the stake pocket. I'm planning to use a 2 3/4 or 3 inch 1/4 bolt through the stake pocket. The double flange is too high for the v-grove cut into the hinge, and the holes are a...
by Astrowing
January 2, 2012, 10:42 am
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: 1961 flareside rear fender brace
Replies: 7
Views: 293

Re: 1961 flareside rear fender brace

Thank you, thank you. Exactly what I needed. Do you have any pictures of your rear bumper and support, and the rear tailgate hardware? Thanks in advance.