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by dlw66
December 5, 2006, 10:07 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Seat Swap
Replies: 16
Views: 2750

Sorry, I should have been more specific. I have a lap belt, and wear it all the time, but I want to get shoulder belts as well. Ever driven in Dallas? I think I'm pushin' my luck! I know what you talking about the Dallas traffic. I drive to the DFW aiport for work. I have looked for seats as you ar...
by dlw66
December 5, 2006, 8:24 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: 240 crank pulley for power steering
Replies: 3
Views: 836

Thanks was not sure if the 300 was a match.
by dlw66
December 4, 2006, 10:29 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: 240 crank pulley for power steering
Replies: 3
Views: 836

240 crank pulley for power steering

I want to add power steering and looking for a 2 V pulley for the 240 in my 66. Anyone have one in their back pocket?
by dlw66
September 18, 2006, 8:03 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Dropped Spindles for I Beams!
Replies: 9
Views: 1850

I have the drop I beams from DJM. I would like another inch or 2 but would have clearance issues. I have 17x8 255x60 in fthe front. Would have to go with smaller tire wheel combo to fit. :(
by dlw66
September 1, 2006, 9:20 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: rear axle seal leak on 9 inch
Replies: 8
Views: 2605

Thanks for the sleeve info. Was unaware they made them. I will do some research.

Was thinking about looking for a later model 9 inch to get the wider brakes.
by dlw66
September 1, 2006, 8:57 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: rear axle seal leak on 9 inch
Replies: 8
Views: 2605

rear axle seal leak on 9 inch

While working on my brakes I noticed both rear axles leaking. I pulled the axles and replaced the bearings and the seals. Still leaking. Checked the axles for pitting and wear spots. They look good. Checked for play in the axles. not any. It is leaking bad enough that only after 50 miles I can notic...
by dlw66
September 1, 2006, 7:09 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: lowering kit
Replies: 10
Views: 2447

I have not figured out how to post an image but here is a link to a web site I just started and you can see a picture of it there. Lowering it and getting it running was my first step. Planned is paint and a 460.

http://mysite.verizon.net/res6mmq0/fordnuts/
by dlw66
August 31, 2006, 8:18 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: lowering kit
Replies: 10
Views: 2447

I just installed the DJM drop beams. Comes with king pins and adaptors for the tie rod ends. about $550 Took about 4 hours. Dropped 3.5 inches. On the rear I flipped the front hangers. Dropped about 4. 5 inches. Spent about $100 on new bushings on the radius arms and in the rear springs. I run 17x8 ...
by dlw66
August 28, 2006, 8:57 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Tail Light Panel
Replies: 9
Views: 2306

I just measured and compared and they are the same. The sheet metal on the replacement is a little smaller gauge. I would recommend only patching your panel and not replacing the entire corner. The new panel does not have the tabs for the tail light mounts. You have to cut off the old and weld on to...
by dlw66
August 28, 2006, 8:44 pm
Forum: Truck Talk
Topic: Tail Light Panel
Replies: 9
Views: 2306

I have a 66 f100 and a 77 bronco. I am replacing the tailight panel on the bronco. I will place them next to each ans compare. www.broncograveward.com is a great source for these.