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Iron Wood - if you're lucky

Neil, The water flows from the cylinder head into the radiator. https://ganofilters.com/

Yes, I acquired them to replace my old weather checked Brazilian Goodyear's (circa 1987?). Very happy with them so far ~ 100 miles - I like the diamond tread look similar to the Goodyear's but at a much lower cost. On freshly powder coated rims, I found the HF lug nut sockets have a Delrin...

Yes, Easy installation and improved steering effort. Satisfied customer.

Hi Jim, You may want to check out Restoration Stuff in Escondido, CA https://restorationstuff.com/ Cheers, Alden

I've been using Napa 7244 batteries for years - as previously stated - they last for a long time and perform very well.

http://www.vintagemachinery.org/home.aspx You may want to check out this site.

My truck had been running on Brazilian made Goodyears from 1978 when I brought it home. I like the diamond tread pattern, but the price of new Goodyears is prohibitive so I opted for European Classics which have the diamond tread for about the same price as the Lucas tires. While at it, had the...

Yes, That's how I did mine, however I had to put a bottle jack and a 4x4 across to spread the frame a tad to fit the new ones in. Once I got started I replaced both sides and the result is vastly improved. Best of success and keep everyone posted on your progress please.

You may want to look at Summit Racing for a ford adapter, https://www.summitracing.com/parts/fms-m-6880-a50

Looks like you may have a Tillotson Carb.

You may want to take a look at the European Classic tires. Just put 2 on the front and really like how they look and a short drive around the neighborhood ran smooth. Also used a Delrin sleeved lug nut socket from HF to protect the freshly powder coated rims.

You may want to take a look at your adjusting needle O.D. I had the same issue and ended up using my old needle.

Steve, You may want to contact the folks at Restoration Supply Company in Escondido, CA (www.restorationstuff.com) (Phone: 1-800-306-7008 ). Cheers, Alden

Excellent work. Everybody has use for a truck. Happy motoring!