'62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Question, I want to remove the switches under the gauge panel to prep the dash for paint. Any tips on how to do that easily? I have the gauge panel out so access is better.
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Second full day in a row of just cleaning caked on grease and nastiness off the suspension, firewall, crossmember, steering box, Z bar etc. I think I'm over half way done. Can't wait to get some color on it. I picked up the red paint to shoot the firewall on Friday. Suspension will be black along with the inner fenders.
-
- Posts: 906
- Joined: August 12, 2009, 9:44 am
- Location: Ohio
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Each switch tends to have its own secrete removal method. The ignition needs to be pushed and turned from the back to release. The headlite has a push button on the switch that needs to be depressed to release the shaft and the knob (these can be tricky), the lighted unscrews form the back, the fan has a small slot towards the bas of the knob - use a small screw driver in this slot pulling towards the back of the cab to release the knob, then the bezel unscrews from the front, the choke has a nut on the back and needs to be totally removed from the carb.
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Exactly what I was looking for Bruce. Thanks so much. These old cars/trucks can be tricky. This is my first Ford truck I've worked on so its all new to me.
bruceandersson wrote:Each switch tends to have its own secrete removal method. The ignition needs to be pushed and turned from the back to release. The headlite has a push button on the switch that needs to be depressed to release the shaft and the knob (these can be tricky), the lighted unscrews form the back, the fan has a small slot towards the bas of the knob - use a small screw driver in this slot pulling towards the back of the cab to release the knob, then the bezel unscrews from the front, the choke has a nut on the back and needs to be totally removed from the carb.
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Now for some engine updates, .060 over 292 with a nice thumper cam. Crank, rods and pistons all had to be replaced. That broken rod tore things up pretty bad. One head was swapped out for a matching one since they were mis matched. Amazingly the block just needed honing after all that carnage.
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Now for the time I hate the most. Cleaning off all the old grease and garbage thats accumulated over the years. Well worth it when its done but man I hate it.
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Found a "B" intake, now she'll get the four barrel upgrade.
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Engine is done. Tim did an incredible job on it. The color is called almond and should stand out nicely against the red firewall and the black inner fenders. With this post I am pretty current to what the truck looks like right now. More to come soon.
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Front suspension painted. Firewall primed, sanded and ready for color coat.
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Got some Wimbledon White sprayed on the firewall last night. Red color coat next then clear. Nice to see it coming together finally.
- Thomas1190
- Posts: 90
- Joined: October 8, 2012, 3:05 pm
- Location: Palmdale, CA
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Man this is great!! Love seeing them transform with fresh paint. Awesome looking Y-block too
-
- Posts: 112
- Joined: April 17, 2014, 8:59 pm
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
There is a seller on ebay (user ID wbmesq) who sells PPG paint, DBU and Deltron DBC, his prices are excellent. DBU or DBC will give you way more coverage than OMNI. You can use any compatible clear, I used Transtar, and some other brand that I forget the name of with great results. I bought from him a few times, and probably saved over $300 vs buying at my local PPG Dealer.
-
- Posts: 838
- Joined: August 2, 2014, 10:38 pm
- Location: Mustang, OK
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Looking very nice Lancer!
Good info 64f100
Good info 64f100
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Monster Hauler motor is in. Thanks for the info 64f100sixcylinder on the PPG paint. Always looking to save a few $$.
-
- Posts: 112
- Joined: April 17, 2014, 8:59 pm
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
VERY nice work, I really like the engine colors. Are you keeping the generator? The generator looks cool, but really lacks in power vs an alternator.
Re: '62 F250 Monster Hauler build
Looking Great!... It's gonna be a nice truck.