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I found out the hard way that if you replace the king pin bushings that they have to be honed out before you install the new king pins.

Test your voltage regulator. It's a remote possibility that the points can fuse.

Are you talking bare block?

I love learning new stuff about old cars.

Don't skimp on the quality of sealant you use.

Good luck.

Live and learn...

If it was mine, I'd at least try this solution. Your axle threads don't look "stripped" so much as worn.

The school of hard knocks is about the only source for learning about these old cars. Thanks for everyone on this forum who is willing to share their knowledge with the rest of us newbies!

Looks like fun!

I'm learning as I go about old car restoration. I've found out the hard way that there are many significant differences between my one ton truck and the more common half tons. Brake drums are very different and scarce and I'm having a hard time finding a replacement for the right front drum...

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Barn finds are best. Then take them to an auction!

Thanks rotorwrench. I found a guy in Indiana that rebuilds brake drums. He did a great job on the rear brakes (15”) and the front left one. I damaged the right front one during disassembly and need to find a replacement.

There was a monster buck in my back yard last evening chasing three does. It’s rutting season!