Recent content by MattMSr

Thank you all for suggestions and comments. No the truck isn't beat. Plenty to work with. It was even less beat when my father found it 30 or so years ago. It's passed back and forth amongst several friends and landed back in my lap. Hope to do it justice.

In attached photo you will see serial number from frame which ends 578945OY with a star after. I presume the star should precede the serial number also. I am somewhat guessing but I've circled what I believe may be the the star preceding the serial number and then perhaps a 48-. If you can...

I have what I believe to be a 1940 pickup. I know it is a 3/4 ton. Not completely sure on year. Does anyone know how to confirm? The plate on cowl is worn. Also, anyone have a good source for parts for 3/4 ton? Especially brakes?

single rear wheels

And I'm guessing no one has had major failures/problems after retorqueing that rear main cap with the engine in the car?

Is it possible to remove and reinstall the rear main bearing cap to proper torque specifications with the engine still in the vehicle? I am trying to solve an oil leak and many of the threads imply that one can diagnose proper clearances on the rear main cap while the engine is still installed...