Post by: Wingman on November 03, 2014, 02:55:26 PM
1948 Chevrolet Loadmaster, 16000 lbs, 235 ci, 3 spd trans, 2 spd rear
Steel is unbelievably 100% (who'da thunk in NE?). Everything else, not-so-much. Been sitting for ~30 years. Needs some things. Well, everything.
Plan is to return in the spring and retrieve.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Loadmaster1.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Loadmaster2.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Loadmaster3.jpg)
Post by: rejeep on November 03, 2014, 03:12:21 PM
Post by: jacel86 on November 03, 2014, 03:25:58 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on November 03, 2014, 04:28:10 PM
Want one like that, or an F3, or best, a Diamond T.
Fell in love with this earlier today
(http://images.craigslist.org/00k0k_aaEXhpMp5Uh_600x450.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on November 03, 2014, 04:36:34 PM
Sweet crawler hauler for short trips?
That's part of the plan. Hauler and tow pig.
Haven't decided on the method of execution yet. Not sure how much "character" I want to leave in place and revive. Sheet metal remains as-is. The rest is up for discussion.
Post by: mr.mindless on November 03, 2014, 04:47:24 PM
Post by: carchameleon on November 03, 2014, 08:41:05 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on November 03, 2014, 10:04:57 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: cracker on November 04, 2014, 04:03:52 PM
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/city-of-halifax/jeep-willys-pickup-truck-overland-1-ton/1026938579?siteLocale=en_CA
Post by: mr.mindless on November 04, 2014, 04:30:51 PM
Post by: Wingman on November 04, 2014, 04:38:24 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on November 04, 2014, 04:42:57 PM
Post by: Wingman on November 04, 2014, 04:46:47 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on November 04, 2014, 04:48:43 PM
Post by: Wingman on November 04, 2014, 04:51:21 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on November 05, 2014, 06:34:32 AM
Post by: JEEPWERX on November 05, 2014, 06:36:09 AM
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/05/5a168cd1ed043a0a72899f82bba970d1.jpg)
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/11/05/ec152906b117fba3ba35b3038aab992c.jpg)
Post by: mr.mindless on November 05, 2014, 09:19:25 AM
Too cool.
Post by: JEEPWERX on November 05, 2014, 09:23:59 PM
Post by: Wingman on November 06, 2014, 10:09:05 AM
Specifications data .pdf link (https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/docs/gm-heritage-archive/vehicle-information-kits/Chevrolet-Trucks/1948-Chevrolet-Truck.pdf)
VIN decode link (http://www.sanjosechevys.org/Tech/tech_decode_47_55chevtrucks.htm)
Post by: orange anchor on November 06, 2014, 10:30:58 AM
Post by: rejeep on November 06, 2014, 11:47:57 AM
Post by: Wingman on November 06, 2014, 12:09:02 PM
Post by: patharding88 on November 06, 2014, 06:55:42 PM
I was on the hunt for a new Diff when I saw this thread on Google, so I thought I'd share.
Also, we had problems getting a new VIN for the truck as it may be known as a "1947 Maple Leaf chevy" something you might like to know.
(http://www.anony.ws/i/2014/11/07/225171_10150242226063268_5893513_n.jpg)
(http://www.anony.ws/i/2014/11/07/225567_10150242226773268_750420_n.jpg)
(http://www.anony.ws/i/2014/11/07/228025_10150242226868268_33771_n.jpg)
(http://www.anony.ws/i/2014/11/07/226613_10150242227038268_8051623_n.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on November 07, 2014, 09:35:48 AM
Post by: etk300ex on November 07, 2014, 09:45:45 AM
Post by: mr.mindless on November 07, 2014, 09:49:23 AM
Post by: jaysenodell on November 07, 2014, 09:55:14 AM
Post by: M on November 07, 2014, 12:16:00 PM
(http://www.anony.ws/i/2014/11/07/226613_10150242227038268_8051623_n.jpg)
Welcome and thats a beautiful truck!
Post by: TrailTamer on November 07, 2014, 10:45:35 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 22, 2015, 09:15:19 PM
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/22/f4f1dbb18ce4558e6153d077950eb35b.jpg)
Post by: KingtheZJ on June 23, 2015, 06:27:53 AM
Post by: rejeep on June 23, 2015, 09:16:44 AM
I have a Sprinter drivetrain... now that would be awesome!!!!
actually have 2 at the moment
Post by: mr.mindless on June 23, 2015, 09:41:54 AM
If you want to make delivery complicated, I could meet him in Indianapolis and bring it back here. I'll be there Sunday 7/5, probably evening. Could go a bit further west, I'll be taking Monday off for my return trip
Post by: Wingman on June 23, 2015, 09:50:07 AM
Post by: M4wdFab on June 23, 2015, 09:53:48 AM
Post by: Wingman on June 23, 2015, 09:54:40 AM
Post by: Wingman on June 28, 2015, 01:09:19 PM
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/28/c91a29d4e5dc5d0b4b70151787c2116c.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on June 28, 2015, 10:31:15 PM
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Post by: mr.mindless on June 28, 2015, 11:37:08 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on July 01, 2015, 03:50:30 PM
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(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/07/01/b38e8748d9abd0826b4c988c0bb4d40f.jpg)
Post by: cracker on July 01, 2015, 04:01:17 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on July 01, 2015, 04:03:14 PM
Post by: Wingman on July 01, 2015, 04:05:54 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on July 01, 2015, 04:16:30 PM
Post by: M on July 01, 2015, 09:24:26 PM
What were your plans with it?
Post by: Wingman on July 01, 2015, 09:56:05 PM
Post by: dubt on July 02, 2015, 06:48:13 AM
Post by: rejeep on July 02, 2015, 09:05:56 AM
Post by: Wingman on July 02, 2015, 09:29:44 AM
Guess it isn't any different than Cummins in a Chevy.
Post by: jacel861 on July 02, 2015, 09:34:26 AM
Post by: M4wdFab on July 02, 2015, 09:34:54 AM
wiring for anything other than a 12v sounds like work.
Post by: Wingman on July 02, 2015, 09:41:52 AM
;D
Post by: mr.mindless on July 02, 2015, 09:52:52 AM
I think I've been reading that 5 ton trucks are the sweet source for 8.3s these days.
Post by: rejeep on July 02, 2015, 10:13:43 AM
Post by: Ryan on July 02, 2015, 11:26:50 AM
Seems a TBI 350 would be 4x the power it had when new, 700r4 would keep the RPM down as well. . Cheap and plentiful, plenty of enough for short trips, Driving 5 hours in that looks to be a painful experience.
Cummins motors are expensive and transmissions are big and heavy, seems like a cool but poor choice for this if its just a short trip thing.
Post by: Wingman on July 02, 2015, 12:30:35 PM
If short trip thing, rebuild what is there and run it. Cool.
If more, then different chassis so I can get modern drivetrain and 4x4.
It is not going to be comfortable on long-distance trips. Noisy, leaky, brutal. Too much coin/work to make it cozy.
Post by: JEEPWERX on July 03, 2015, 10:37:34 PM
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Post by: Wingman on July 06, 2015, 07:25:41 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on July 07, 2015, 10:31:44 AM
is there oil holes anywhere on the top for start up?
Post by: Wingman on July 18, 2015, 03:47:46 PM
Hooked up battery. Heater fan spun. Fuel gauge clicked. No fire or smoke. Good.
Mashed the starter foot switch. Starter spun but motor didn't crank...
Removed starter. Motor looks decent, shaft good, starter drive likely bad...
Post by: Ryan on July 18, 2015, 08:01:17 PM
Post by: Wingman on July 18, 2015, 08:11:41 PM
Post by: Ryan on July 18, 2015, 09:47:34 PM
Post by: Wingman on July 19, 2015, 08:42:51 AM
Post by: tony on July 19, 2015, 10:12:17 PM
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Post by: M4wdFab on July 20, 2015, 09:43:34 AM
Post by: Wingman on July 26, 2015, 10:09:40 AM
(http://images.craigslist.org/00h0h_3YBjVniSPs2_600x450.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on July 26, 2015, 11:37:58 AM
Post by: mr.mindless on July 26, 2015, 02:38:32 PM
Wonder mileage and history
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on August 10, 2015, 04:52:28 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on August 10, 2015, 04:58:20 PM
field fix would be to rotate assy to fully seat and give it 6-8 decent tack welds.... probably asking for a crack though
Post by: Wingman on August 10, 2015, 05:10:21 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on August 10, 2015, 05:33:00 PM
if this is verified, got pull it and change.... or else you will just hose the starter again even if you did get a few welds on it in the right place.
the press on those things is crazy i did my CJ what a job
Post by: gif on August 10, 2015, 09:49:25 PM
guarantee its cracked and is a C instead of a ring now.
if this is verified, got pull it and change.... or else you will just hose the starter again even if you did get a few welds on it in the right place.
the press on those things is crazy i did my CJ what a job
Post by: Wingman on August 11, 2015, 04:18:21 PM
Installed two missing plug wires and attempted to fire; no joy. Checked spark; none. Checked coil terminal; no juice. Vetted ignition switch and it works opposite of every other switch I've had. Rechecked coil terminal; good. Replaced all plug wires and rechecked spark; good. Got my nearly empty can of ether and went to work. The rest of the can yielded a cloud of blue smoke and a couple of pops of exhaust!
Promising!
Post by: jacel861 on August 11, 2015, 05:26:29 PM
Post by: jaysenodell on August 11, 2015, 07:42:43 PM
sMike was right.You act like that is a surprise to you.
Post by: M4wdFab on August 11, 2015, 09:51:31 PM
Post by: rejeep on August 11, 2015, 10:34:32 PM
Post by: Wingman on August 12, 2015, 12:15:54 PM
Let the rusting begin...
Post by: mr.mindless on August 12, 2015, 01:59:28 PM
Post by: rejeep on August 12, 2015, 02:08:26 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on August 12, 2015, 02:25:19 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on August 12, 2015, 05:08:52 PM
Post by: Wingman on August 12, 2015, 05:20:20 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on August 12, 2015, 05:21:47 PM
Post by: Wingman on August 12, 2015, 05:26:21 PM
Post by: dubt on August 12, 2015, 05:48:36 PM
Post by: Harrison on August 12, 2015, 09:01:12 PM
Post by: rejeep on August 12, 2015, 09:45:47 PM
That engine will purr
Post by: Wingman on August 12, 2015, 10:14:39 PM
Post by: carchameleon on August 13, 2015, 08:04:09 AM
very cool truck
Post by: rejeep on August 13, 2015, 08:25:45 AM
it will prob smooth out once its tuned in well.. im assuming it has little to no exhaust on it either..
Post by: Wingman on August 26, 2015, 12:34:47 PM
While in the house Monday morning around 11a, everyone hears a loud BOOM. Sounded like a mattress being dropped flat, only x10. Looked all around and found nothing out of place in the house, garage, or shop. Quick look at the parking lot and didn't observe anything unusual. Chalked it up to the nearby quarry.
Later in the day, I needed to pull the trailer out so I could deploy the awning and let it dry out. I found this...
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0034.jpg)
It's obviously time to call Jared!
Post by: tony on August 31, 2015, 07:33:11 PM
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Post by: Wingman on September 02, 2015, 09:04:58 AM
And thanks to Arie, this thing moves under it's own power!
Drove it around the front yard a few times in low gear. It's loud and smelly and hot and uncomfortable. I love it!
Post by: M4wdFab on September 02, 2015, 09:17:21 AM
figure out a plan yet? or purpose? haha
Post by: etk300ex on September 02, 2015, 12:14:46 PM
Post by: Wingman on September 03, 2015, 03:40:35 PM
Frothy, milky oil (with water) changed, replaced 1/5 quarts of 20w50 with ATF to clean up those passages and sludge. Looks good after a few more and longer yard laps.
Clutch improving with use.
Post by: jacel861 on September 03, 2015, 03:45:53 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on September 03, 2015, 03:47:22 PM
Hell, is that even pressurised oil or is it splash lubed? haha
Post by: Wingman on September 03, 2015, 03:50:26 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on September 05, 2015, 11:22:17 PM
So cool Mark. I'd say keep it as original as possible for as long as possible.
Way cooler.
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Post by: Wingman on October 14, 2015, 01:42:15 PM
Arie sourced front and rear wheel cylinders, a master cylinder, and flex hoses. He never ceases to amaze me!
Found six nearly new recapped tires with traction tread on CL. Took them over to Jared for removal and disposal of 50 year old rotten-ness and install with new tubes. Once again, Tallmadge did a great job!
Dropped the rear brake shoes at Rochester Brake and Clutch yesterday. Hoping to have them back by end of the month.
Post by: JEEPWERX on October 14, 2015, 07:10:05 PM
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Post by: Wingman on November 07, 2015, 06:55:26 PM
Reassembled the passenger side
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0163.jpg)
Still need to source a return spring.
Post by: JEEPWERX on November 10, 2015, 09:10:18 AM
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Post by: Wingman on November 10, 2015, 09:46:04 AM
Hen's teeth! Sheesh.
Post by: Wingman on November 14, 2015, 05:11:18 PM
Cracked open the rear pumpkin finally: 1.5" of sludge on the bottom. Scraped and shoveled and wiped out all I could reach. Dowsed with 1.5 cans of brake cleaner. No metal evidence. May try to clean more...
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0165.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on November 14, 2015, 07:31:24 PM
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Post by: orange anchor on November 16, 2015, 07:20:30 AM
Post by: mr.mindless on November 16, 2015, 09:00:21 AM
I found a mechanical mitsu fuso diesel w trans that needs rebuild too. 400 on craigslist. I’m avoiding grabbing it myself but it you want it let me know and I could pick it up, not too far from my pinto motor. Relatively speaking.
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: JEEPWERX on November 16, 2015, 11:31:32 AM
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Post by: rejeep on November 16, 2015, 11:33:36 AM
Post by: Wingman on November 16, 2015, 05:21:38 PM
Post by: KingtheZJ on November 17, 2015, 07:36:40 PM
Donor
Post by: Wingman on November 20, 2015, 07:47:01 PM
Ready for yard test drive then getting parked for 4 months of hibernation. :'(
Post by: Wingman on November 21, 2015, 11:19:40 AM
But I can see it every day! (wife doesn't appreciate the view) ;D
Post by: jacel861 on November 21, 2015, 04:23:38 PM
Post by: Wingman on November 21, 2015, 06:51:50 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on November 22, 2015, 11:00:28 AM
She will get used to it!
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Post by: Wingman on May 07, 2016, 04:29:35 PM
Put the correct belt on it and drove it around the yard about 10 times. Hit second gear down the driveway. So tempted to take it out on the road... :o
Post by: JEEPWERX on May 11, 2016, 01:35:02 PM
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Post by: Wingman on May 13, 2016, 07:11:38 PM
Ordered a few things from LMC Truck and Amazon. Chipping away at the list.
Post by: Wingman on May 23, 2016, 09:35:21 PM
Post by: Wingman on September 19, 2016, 04:17:40 PM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160919/3c5ed15d64004e083f1df204b7d570f7.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on September 22, 2016, 12:06:31 PM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160922/8d28d5f1356e78a66e8cc70408a63320.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on September 23, 2016, 05:00:27 PM
Post by: Wingman on October 08, 2016, 04:45:52 PM
Finished installing new 16 gal fuel tank today
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0021.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on October 11, 2016, 04:44:54 PM
Post by: jacel86 on October 11, 2016, 07:06:16 PM
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Post by: orange anchor on November 17, 2016, 11:41:53 AM
Post by: Wingman on November 17, 2016, 01:17:45 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on November 17, 2016, 02:03:09 PM
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Post by: M4wdFab on April 24, 2017, 09:49:42 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on April 26, 2017, 11:00:20 PM
1SK-L-1022
http://53truck.ez15loan.com/howto/vin.htm
Post by: M4wdFab on May 28, 2017, 11:59:13 PM
im looking to replace the driver door latch, and both cab sides catches. kits on ebay with everything for 100$ but my year lookup doesnt have the lock feature that i have
Post by: M4wdFab on May 29, 2017, 12:06:57 AM
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1952-1953-1954-1955-1st-CHEVROLET-GMC-TRUCK-DOOR-LATCH-STRIKER-KIT-W-HARDWARE-/292114214522?hash=item44035d2e7a:g:ob4AAOSwHnFVw7o4&vxp=mtr
and this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1947-1948-1949-1950-1951-CHEVROLET-GMC-TRUCK-DOOR-LATCH-STRIKER-KIT-W-HARDWARE-/302310905951?hash=item466322585f:g:U4oAAOSw3ydVwjxH&vxp=mtr
i think i need the second with the lock catch.
Post by: M4wdFab on May 29, 2017, 12:19:20 AM
Ebay picture "left side" is upsidown shown here 47-51.... my vin says 52
http://www.ebay.com/itm/1947-1948-1949-1950-1951-CHEVROLET-GMC-TRUCK-DOOR-LATCH-LEFT-SIDE/161460188302?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D40130%26meid%3Ddcc4b54042134befa1f846d8e9c13d11%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D302310905951
Post by: Wingman on May 29, 2017, 07:49:42 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170529/4b9df650c4b44f8e97cd2095fdcd7126.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170529/07fef35ec5b9bef64faa27163903c412.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on May 29, 2017, 09:37:06 AM
Post by: Wingman on August 28, 2017, 09:53:48 PM
Rebuilt the carb a couple weeks ago.
Decided to address annoying exhaust issues like leaky flange and lack of muffler. Broke an exhaust stud. Pipe is swiss. Got a new "header" pipe bent and bought a new TSC tractor muffler. Ordered a flange donut and muffler strap. Drilled/tapped for new stud.
Also ordered a drag link rebuild kit.
Want to get some kind of bed built but won't be as nice as sMike's.
Goal is to put some more miles on it again before winter storage now that the weather is moderating.
Post by: M4wdFab on September 11, 2017, 08:59:34 AM
Post by: Wingman on September 11, 2017, 09:01:09 AM
Post by: M4wdFab on September 12, 2017, 04:41:28 PM
guy thanked me for the lead, then took the thanks back later ;D
Post by: Wingman on September 12, 2017, 08:00:49 PM
Too much work right now to make major changes to this thing.
Post by: Wingman on September 12, 2017, 08:03:03 PM
Post by: Wingman on September 18, 2017, 05:47:11 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170918/8064fc9eafc5c5a53286b9e36aeffe9d.jpg)
Post by: cracker on September 18, 2017, 10:08:50 PM
Post by: rejeep on January 22, 2018, 10:01:59 AM
Post by: M4wdFab on April 21, 2018, 08:12:28 PM
cant remember his name. thought it was posted here somewhere
Post by: Wingman on April 21, 2018, 08:22:13 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on April 21, 2018, 08:29:22 PM
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1949-Chevrolet-Other-Pickups/173271992256?hash=item2857d0c7c0:g:B3kAAOSwqu5amKPp&vxp=mtr&autorefresh=true
looks like a good truck. looking hard this week for a chevy or ford to start the project.
Post by: M4wdFab on April 21, 2018, 08:30:46 PM
Post by: Wingman on April 21, 2018, 08:37:11 PM
Post by: Wingman on May 01, 2018, 05:53:20 PM
Post by: Wingman on May 04, 2018, 09:07:25 PM
:'(
Post by: M4wdFab on May 04, 2018, 11:55:47 PM
sad !
Post by: Wingman on May 06, 2018, 03:01:49 PM