Recent content by SteveB

I know the old truck 409 is worth saving, but I had a feeling it might be to much damage. Then I see a thread about sleeves, and decide I really need to hear from guys that know what the heck their talking about! Keep in mind, I am not looking for a rocket, but would just enjoy maybe 325/350...

Say Bungy, Thanks for kickin' reality back in. For big ole sissys like me, anything under 70 has me complaining about the cold! Supposed to be like 65 here Sat. Hope I can stand it! Should have the ole engine out by then. Stay warm, Steve.

I am so close now. Don't know the problem yet, but the engine is definitely NOT locked up as told. Man, just hope the ole weather holds out a little longer! This truck is registered as a '62. It has a '62/3 type cab, but the hood is '63 type with amber park lites. and the grill was '64/5 type...

Again, Thanks guys. Ronnie, thank you especially for not being a jerk. I did a search first hoping to find such a thread. I had no luck, but must not have used the right word combo. I'm also a member of the HAMB, and those old cats can get a little dickish if you ask questions that have...

Any help will be appreciated. The questions I have concern pulling a W engine out of a 64/5 Chevy, tandem axle truck. It's one of those big short nosed fellows where the engine is kinda back up under the cowl. The first thing I would like to know is: is it possible to do this...

Thanks guys. Ronnie, where is Ladonia? I'm in the sw part of OK. About 65 miles n.e. of Wichita Falls. And yes, people seem to get that impression about me occasionaly! Jim, how about the engine outa that drop top? I'll take it. If pulls that thing to mid 12's, that little glass car...

Hello from southern Okie land. Not much here to brag about, but will admit to being a longtime carnut. All American cars in general, but Chevy's in particular. I feel also that the last of the great, affordable for everyone, U. S. cars rolled off the lines in 1972. Still have magazines and...