Shawns Fords

[shawns 64 F100]

Who,Shawn Wiegel
Age, 38, Male
Where, Foxfield Colorado : Colorado Native
What, Former Dealer Technician. now Self Employed, Custom Hardwood Flooring specialist

Hobbies. working on my Cars and trucks. Playing with my pets. Drag Racing, I used to skii and white water kayak when I could, fish, camping,hiking, motorcycles (I have been riding since I could walk) I decided to get rid of my other hobbies to focus on my rides. I have a passion for old True american Built Vehicles. flathead engines, Strong Built V8s. Studebakers. Anything Ford ever Built. I have owned Every Generation Ford Pickup from 1964 to 2006 Except 76-73 (which will happen eventually) I would love to finish my 64 this year, it has been an on going project in a single car garage since 2003. I paid 525 bucks for it, hauled it home from Canon city. and got to work. I will only post onep ic, the rest can be seen in my photobucket under " shawnstang67"

1964 Ford F100 custom Cab, short bed styleside, Street rod pickup
2WD 460, C6, ford 9, 3.50 Gears
Carolina classics billet alum instrument cluster with classic instruments Beige face vintage 6 count guages. custom control knobs, complete new wiring and power panel from affordable street rods. wing window elimination with power windows. so much to list.
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/1964%20F100%20project/Me20and20the2064.jpg

2006 F150 XLT Crew. 6 1/2' bed. XLT Chrome package includes 18 inch polished rims, chrome running boards, and bumpers.
Ventvisros. Jason Topper shell, sirius Radio ( Factory installed) with 6 disc CD player in Dash, cloth interior, tinted windows to match the rest of the factory tint. 5.4l FFV, auto, I run E85 and love it!
2007 cummins rocky mountain truck Fest 1/4 finalist 4wd street.
I use this beast for daily work hauling all my installation tools in the bed and the puppy around town in the back seat on weekends (he takes up alot of space)
this is pic Chuck took ( thesoundmaster) at truck fest
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/2006%20Ford%20F150%20XLT/TruckFest2007002.jpg

and now, Grumpy, hes bad hes bent, hes retired but looking to return for another hard days work.
1978 F150 short, custom cab styleside
406M C6
god awfull lot of miles he had about 365k in 1995 when the odometer stopped counting, we drove it until 2000 when Dad bought a newer truck to go to and from work, so there is atleast 500k on him, fresh engine in 2000, Trans was rebuilt in 2006 for the first time ever. Rear needs a overhaul now pinon seal is leaking. needs new springs front and rear.
he has been rolled, jumped a few RR tracks, many times to the hills hauling a camper behind and motorcycles. I have considered a lift for him because I do need springs. but the cost is just too much right now. and the tars are only about 2 1/2 years old. new Rhino liner from Rhino liners of golden, I have a set of doors and fenders to replace the ones on it with worn out hinges, and some black epoxy primer to give it that tough truck look until I can get it painted was originally Metallic silver which was repainted over 3 times with Candy apple Red Laquer
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/Grumpy/projectpictures2008001.jpg
you can see all of my photos for all of these at this following link
http://s155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/

I hope I remembered everything

[bronc_17113]

Looking forward to seeing the 64 done. Like the '78 as well it is always nice to see atruck that gets used. If you evr needa hand turnin a wrench let me know. Long as I'm not busy I am almost always willing to help and learn.

[thesoundmaster]

Nice rigs Shawn! Hey I drove by your house the other day in avoidance to Parker and Arapahoe on my way back from completing all the stuff with the apartment, saw you were home but I was in a rush so i didn't call. Gotta love that Studebaker out there!

[shawns 64 F100]

Looking forward to seeing the 64 done. Like the '78 as well it is always nice to see atruck that gets used. If you evr needa hand turnin a wrench let me know. Long as I'm not busy I am almost always willing to help and learn.
thanks, my brother in law keeps saying the same thing to me, I guess maybe I should try to have a weekend with everyone over than wants to work, and ill just fire up the BBQ and spectate :D

[shawns 64 F100]

Nice rigs Shawn! Hey I drove by your house the other day in avoidance to Parker and Arapahoe on my way back from completing all the stuff with the apartment, saw you were home but I was in a rush so i didn't call. Gotta love that Studebaker out there!

thanks Chuck, stop by anytime, if your not in a hurry. my phone is off right now because I am over my minutes and mad at qwest so it might not be on for a week or so :rofl:

[shawns 64 F100]

ok ill throw up some things I have done over the past month to both the 64 and the 06
the 64 has had front fenders removed, and I cleaned up the lower cowl/fresh air vents which fresh air comes in at the Area most cars have kick panels. I had to shop vac all the dirt.twigs.leafs and whatever else got in there through the cowl itself. then sanded and painted that section, as well as the drivers fender was straightened out and primered then put back on. the passenger side is off now and getting reworked as well. I am not focusing on getting the fenders or hood perfect because I will replace them with a glass flip front from US body source ( when I win the lottery, lol )

Also, put a set of cherry bomb Glasspacks on my 2006 F150. I have been wanting to upgrade my exhaust system on it for a long time, but the tremendous cost of a kit of muffler shop has held me at bay, So I bought two cherry bombs 19 bucks a piece 29 1/2" long 2 1/2" I.D and a few clamps. I have plenty of extra pipe and misc Hardware here at home.
Now here is the Deal as to why. both driver and passenger side banks are 2 1/4" I.D piping all the way back through the catalytic converters to one single 2 1/4" pipe to a huge muffler. Thats a HUGE restriction. I feel thats one major part of not allowing the engine to work and perform at its maximum potential ( even what I did is not enough but its much better than a 50% cut in the exhaust) After test drive I think I am doing much better. didnt seem like the Truck was fighting just to get moving. I will know more when I get some Track E.T time and some more road time to know for sure. I also have a video of the exhaust but its taking a looooong time to upload ill prob put it up tomorrow
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/2006%20Ford%20F150%20XLT/2006F150upgrades001.jpg

[Glass]

Looks good shawn. No reason to spend money that you dont have to spend if you can do the work your self!! Cant wait to hear it next friday?? Next sat?? Next sunday??

[shawns 64 F100]

If I have the money ill be out on friday the 25th its my B day and I want to go racing. I cant wait to hear it on the track too. it sounds good just cruising around. I am going to re do the drivers side pipe I am a bit too low and the skit plate wont fit now, lol so ill re bend another one and shorten it at the elbow so its not as close to pass side bank

[Glass]

Since it is your birthday i will win street ET that night.

If i had more cash i would pay your entry as a b-day present... maybe i can buy you some cheese fries or something.

[shawns 64 F100]

MMMMMMMMMMMMM cheeezzzzzzzeeee fryyyyyyyyyyyyyyzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
I dont even care if I win Street ET or not. I just want to be out there with everyone and it is the first Street ET race of the season, and BC its my B Day I feel like I need to be there. plus its good for tune up for club crash he he. Wish I could have gone out this weekend. I need to find a roomate to help with my Rent

[Glass]

lol, put an add on the back of your truck topper when you race for roomate wanted...

[shawns 64 F100]

like Lane does when he has BEER, lol I dont know if having another gearhead around here would be a good thing or not he would want to use the garage all the time. then if I find one thats not a gearhead they will bitch and moan about me making noise al lthe time. I need to find some gal that likes horses and isnt home much

[Glass]

Find a gay roomate cowboy who likes pina colada's and workin on his horses in the rain.

[bronc_17113]

I may try to come out and watch friday. Lol I could race the kia :BangHead:

[shawns 64 F100]

Come on out Don, Maybe John will be there with his pina coladas working on his dodgerolet or is it chevrolodge? in the rain rofl

[bronc_17113]

plannin on it I want a chance to meet you guys. Maybe grab a beer afterwards. I'll be watchin though lol. Might even take the wife and kid to their first drag race. what time?

[thesoundmaster]

I'll be there, gotta run up to Silverplume to help John tow the Dodge down. Won't be racing (shame) since my truck will be up at Johns place.

[shawns 64 F100]

I usually try to get there between 4 and 5 PM Don, looking foward to seeing and meeting anyone that shows up. Here is video link. I hope its working lol
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/2006%20Ford%20F150%20XLT/th_2006F150upgrades004.jpg (http://s155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/2006%20Ford%20F150%20XLT/?action=view&current=2006F150upgrades004.flv)

[Hypoid]

Nice tone Shawn!

I wonder if I shoud try that with my dual piped 4-banger. Naw! I want to hear the radio. LOL

[PaleBlue90]

sounds real nice.

[shawns 64 F100]

thanks guys, its getting even better sonding as its driven, cant wait to get it up to Bandi tomorrow night, am going to talk to hank at hanksville hot rods to get them tubes mandrel bent.

[shawns 64 F100]

got my free bumper on, its bent at drivers side and the gouges in the chrome are too deep so I will have to figure out if I will paint or rechrome it later on. Cant complain, it was free, right? Oh yeah, thanks Don, lol

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/1964%20F100%20project/F100updates001-1.jpg

[Glass]

Nice shawn, keep it going. Now you can push the little ricers out of the way in the staging lanes without getting uncle ben all up in your grille.

[PaleBlue90]

hey shawn, my buddy is a member of a drag site thats here in CO. he drew a pic of your 64 and posted it on that site. ill get his s/n, his dad,his bro, and him all race up at bandi. heres his 70 monte carlo

http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h140/Blacklight6989/Photo-0029.jpg
http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h140/Blacklight6989/Photo-0025.jpg
http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h140/Blacklight6989/Photo-0027.jpg
http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h140/Blacklight6989/Photo-0028.jpg

look familer? he says he knos u lol:rolleyes:

[shawns 64 F100]

Yeah john I just need to push them from the drivers side until its straightened out lmfao.
Paleblue I remember that pic he drew, guy has some talent for sure, He drew up a few others cars on CDR also. I cant remember his Name right now either

[Glass]

http://images.streetfire.net/photos/0001/99/73/1029937_l.jpg

Thats my final answer Regis.

[thesoundmaster]

hey shawn, my buddy is a member of a drag site thats here in CO. he drew a pic of your 64 and posted it on that site. ill get his s/n, his dad,his bro, and him all race up at bandi. heres his 70 monte carlo

http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h140/Blacklight6989/Photo-0029.jpg
http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h140/Blacklight6989/Photo-0025.jpg
http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h140/Blacklight6989/Photo-0027.jpg
http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h140/Blacklight6989/Photo-0028.jpg

look familer? he says he knos u lol:rolleyes:


Hey John, that car look familiar to you too??? Looks like the car you shoulda won to!

[Glass]

not the same one chuck.

[shawns 64 F100]

ok ill throw up some things I have done over the past month to both the 64 and the 06
the 64 has had front fenders removed, and I cleaned up the lower cowl/fresh air vents which fresh air comes in at the Area most cars have kick panels. I had to shop vac all the dirt.twigs.leafs and whatever else got in there through the cowl itself. then sanded and painted that section, as well as the drivers fender was straightened out and primered then put back on. the passenger side is off now and getting reworked as well. I am not focusing on getting the fenders or hood perfect because I will replace them with a glass flip front from US body source ( when I win the lottery, lol )

Also, put a set of cherry bomb Glasspacks on my 2006 F150. I have been wanting to upgrade my exhaust system on it for a long time, but the tremendous cost of a kit of muffler shop has held me at bay, So I bought two cherry bombs 19 bucks a piece 29 1/2" long 2 1/2" I.D and a few clamps. I have plenty of extra pipe and misc Hardware here at home.
Now here is the Deal as to why. both driver and passenger side banks are 2 1/4" I.D piping all the way back through the catalytic converters to one single 2 1/4" pipe to a huge muffler. Thats a HUGE restriction. I feel thats one major part of not allowing the engine to work and perform at its maximum potential ( even what I did is not enough but its much better than a 50% cut in the exhaust) After test drive I think I am doing much better. didnt seem like the Truck was fighting just to get moving. I will know more when I get some Track E.T time and some more road time to know for sure. I also have a video of the exhaust but its taking a looooong time to upload ill prob put it up tomorrow
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/2006%20Ford%20F150%20XLT/2006F150upgrades001.jpg Before I forget I had Henry at Hanksville hot rods mandrel bend some pipes for this system. I was not really happy with the way it fitted so I stopped by his shop, He took time from his Evening to make measurements and bend the pipes for me. I will get them fitted up tomorrow hopefully. the tailpipes will come out at a 60 deg angle instead of a 90 and everything will get welded up with some nice solid mounts. If anyone needs a Cage, Exhaust or anything else mandrel bent, I would definately Recomend Hanksville Hot rods, He does do 4x4 stuff as well. there was a jeep in there last time I was down getting a exhaust system.

[PaleBlue90]

yea thats my buddie eric, he can draw em,build em, and fix em. its a pretty good guy and is talented in many ways. loves chevies though lol one of the few guys i kno who id give a kidney for.:thumbsup: his monte isnt that fast... its got 2.73's and is open so its kind goofy out of the hole. its fastest has been a 17.54:o .i bet with better gearing and a posi hed do better.:idea:

[Hypoid]

Before I forget I had Henry at Hanksville hot rods mandrel bend some pipes for this system. I was not really happy with the way it fitted so I stopped by his shop, He took time from his Evening to make measurements and bend the pipes for me. I will get them fitted up tomorrow hopefully. Hmmm, hope it turns out well. Maybe he has a FNG in the shop.
http://www.naxja.org/forum/showpost.php?p=243889169&postcount=26

[shawns 64 F100]

mike Hank didnt do anything wrong lol I didnt like the Bends I had on it. they are them pre bought ones and I couldnt get a good fit where the tailpipes turned out from the mufflers. so I went to Hanksville hot rods to get some mandrel bends made and I will swap out my old pipes for these ones. Hank bent these for me as I watched, that mandrel bender is really cool
check out their website
http://www.hanksvillehotrods.com/gui/content.asp

[bronc_17113]

hmm didnt realize it was bent sorry bro

[shawns 64 F100]

Its no big Deal don. I dont think you could tell on the bronco because its a tighter fit with the 64 it has a small curve on each side and with the nwere bumpers that curve isnt there. either way, I have to either have it rechromed or paint it one day. if I rechrome it they will straighten it then
I was not complaining I was just mentioning it

[Burg460]

hmm didnt realize it was bent sorry bro

I was going to say it might have did it when you mowed over that fence post bragging the bronco around back. LOL That was a sight to see!

[shawns 64 F100]

lol that was funny. almost as funny was wathing the engine dangling from a hoist as your pickup is dragging it across the dirt flinging around in the air like a ride at Elitches. :D
but I dont think thats what bent it, the thing is bent outwards as if it had a tow rope hooked to it once. in other words it needs pushed back towards the body.

[bronc_17113]

yeah u see i made it better when i hit the fence post lol

[shawns 64 F100]

lol only thing is you needed to hit it a little bit harder, maybe we should try again

[bronc_17113]

without the rear axle this time?

[shawns 64 F100]

I havent gotten any further on that yet, I will pull them out and count the splines when I do the rear brakes. if they are 28 I can put my locker back there :D

[bronc_17113]

if u need a hand give a hollar I'm always down for a day of bullshit and wrench turning

[Glass]

I havent gotten any further on that yet, I will pull them out and count the splines when I do the rear brakes. if they are 28 I can put my locker back there :D

If i could count that high i would help you out.. The 6 times i have had my axles out of my truck this last week i shouldda counted the splines to see if i could find one of the $700 lockers for my dana 60 lol. I re-vamped the whole brake system minus the lines, master cyl, and prop valve. Stops alot better now and the parking brake works for the first time since i have had the truck. Drums,wheel cylinders, shoes, hardware, rotors, pads, calipers etc..

[shawns 64 F100]

why did ya take it apart so many times?

[Glass]

The first time was to see why my brakes sucked (forgot about knowing they were shot)

2nd time was to get a measurement on the brake shoe width, they showed an option for 2.5" width and 3" width.

3rd time was to replace the drums, hardware, and shoes.

4th time was to straighten out a wheel stud that i drove in crooked.

5th time was after all of this a wheel cylinder started to leak fluid so i replaced them.

and 6th time was to double check my ass and make sure i got the bearings set to the proper torque because someone else was going to drive my truck and i didnt want shit going wrong while they were driving it.

now i am looking into my crystal ball and i see the 7th time being to count axle spline, 8th time will be to install a locker, and then who knows what the 9th and 10th times will be for...

You gonna be able to be out at the track tomorrow night? Chuckie and i will be there. He will be racing his ranger, and i will be racing my TRUCK!!

[Glass]

Ohh hahahaha, just for future knowledeg, you may not want to go with me on the first ride after i put all new brakes on my truck. I wanted to test the brakes out and see how it panic stops, but i had a passenger. So i just told her to hold on and slammed on the brakes at about 50. Man they work good.

[shawns 64 F100]

lol! I wish I could be up there but looks like I wont, I have a huge job that wont be finished in time to even get over that way for one, and 2 i am loading up the trailor and getting the lights working for trip to strasburg saturday to get gramps 47 home, we keept cancelling this for months and I will make it happen, good timing too with the 3 day weekend ill get a tiny bit of rest

I remember when I used to tear down Danas and would get into the habit of measuring the brakes before reassembly just so I didnt have to do it again, that gets old quick

[Glass]

It got alot easier every time i did it lol. It got to the point where it was fun.

Cool, maybe youll be able to be out there on the 30th for club racing.

Have fun getting the 47 home....finally.

[shawns 64 F100]

Well I was not happy with my cheap ass exhaust on the 06, the damn pipes just didnt fit right. so I went down to Hanksville hot rods and had him mandrel bend these bad boys so I could get the satisfaction of a professional job at home. the cherry bombs are still used. the entire system now is about 240 bucks with the mufflers its straight fits perfect and doesnt have any loose or kinks, they come out the same area in front of passenger tire only at a 60 Deg angle instead of 90 which looks SOOOOOOOOO much better. now i need to find a set of tail pipes that will work, already bought some square ones, they are going back because they dont fit 2 1/2 pipe like it says :mad:
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/2006%20Ford%20F150%20XLT/2006F150upgrades002-1.jpg
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/2006%20Ford%20F150%20XLT/2006F150upgrades003-1.jpg
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/2006%20Ford%20F150%20XLT/2006F150upgrades001-1.jpg http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/2006%20Ford%20F150%20XLT/2006F150upgrades004-1.jpgnotice something else missing? shaddup Chuck and Don

[thesoundmaster]

I KNOW I KNOW!!!

LOL

Hey, did you ever figure that leveling kit out? I'm game to help sometime this week if need be.

[shawns 64 F100]

I didnt mess with it, I will get to it next time I am free for a weekend, I will need your help to do the tow set if you are available. I will let you know

[thesoundmaster]

I didnt mess with it, I will get to it next time I am free for a weekend, I will need your help to do the tow set if you are available. I will let you know

For sure man!

[thesoundmaster]

I'll say this shawn, it looks a TON better with that new mod.

[shawns 64 F100]

There is two changes...

:glasses10: I did some shopping for tars the past 6 months 18 inch wheels are absolutely outrageous. I even considered buying some black spokes which would still run well over 200 bucks for 4 cheapos. which would then not even make a difference from tar purchases alone. so im looking about 225 + a tar for some 33-35 inch 325 or 335/65x18 I believe hopefully the cost will drop more in the next year.

[Walking Eagle]

The price of tires is going through the roof. A couple of weeks ago, I had to replace to 35" tires on the F-150, and with tax they were each about $280 at Discount Tire.

[shawns 64 F100]

Yup, I think I might have just scored a set through a good friend of mine in florida, but I have to wait for him to get moved here lol

[shawns 64 F100]

ok since its too hot today to work on dons BII and I had a bit of free time this afternoon and some energy I put my shifter in and also got my bench seat setting in there, the backrest frame is drying and will work on it later on http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/1964%20F100%20project/F100updates033-1-1.jpg

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/1964%20F100%20project/F100updates004-2.jpg

its a frigin mess in there I need to clean clean clan clean, one day I will go mad on acount of the choclate and clean clean clean day in and day out

[bronc_17113]

Seat is lookin good I always love drooling over that truck

[shawns 64 F100]

I do that too, it doesnt feel like its really mine sometimes, then I remember how broke I got as the progress went.

[shawns 64 F100]

Updated my info with some photos. my 06 is gone, my 78 is going away, as well as the 50 Studebaker pickup :(. I traded my 69 Mustang for a 69 Bronco with a 3 inch lift up front (springs) and blocks in back, it needs some work but will be my daily driver, and paid for. I just got back from looking at it today, you can see where it is sitting now in the album

This Bronco will be some fun to work on. I have always wanted one and finally have one.

[Hypoid]

Looks like it's going to be fun!

[shawns 64 F100]

Ok Are we going to get anymore snow? Can anyone tell me where to go to make it stop so we can get dry? I need to get some dryness so I can get the bronco home and atleast have enough time to get it running before next winter.

Here is where he sits right now. looking at all of the stuff piled up in the back makes me want to get to work ASAP LOL

http://hphotos-snc3.fbcdn.net/hs502.snc3/26367_104555609567174_100000382061755_116870_11836 03_n.jpg

http://hphotos-snc3.fbcdn.net/hs482.snc3/26367_104555612900507_100000382061755_116871_18818 40_n.jpg

http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs502.snc3/26367_104555606233841_100000382061755_116869_41751 61_n.jpg

[bronc_17113]

look forward to seeing what you do with it

[shawns 64 F100]

Well I brought her home last Sunday. Put a new battery in it. The starter was on the floor so I mounted that back on. Changed the oil out. put 5 bucks worth of premium in. The hosse on the filler neck is dried out and leaks when I fill so I will replace that soon. It had green painters tape sealing off the fill neck so I picked up a Gas Cap. Cranked her over for about 30 seconds and the oil pressure went up to about 45 (thank god for mechanical gauges) checked for fuel at the carb. and it was there. Pumped the throttle and she fired up instantly with no engine noises from inside. Not even a lifter tick! Oil pressure went to 80 psi! It has a slight exhaust leak at the passenger side flange at the manifold. The column shifter linkage is worn out severely and I would like to rebuild it eventually but did pick up a manual shifter for now. I have to get shocks and finish installing the extended shock mounts. I have to finish the axle assembly installation. Rear pinon angle needs set and gears need changed to match up front. I have to get the shafts made and figure out what needs repaired on the brakes. Of course the list will continue and I will stop for now. Some pics here
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/Hot%20Rods/69Bronco006.jpg
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/Hot%20Rods/69Bronco022.jpg
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/Hot%20Rods/69Bronco007.jpg

[bronc_17113]

shawn I have an extra set of bII shafts I dont know if they could be extended and made to work with a conversion joint or something if you want them you are welcome to them

[mattadams]

looks it could be an interesting project!

[dannan_w]

looks like fun!! makes me want to get one. cant wait to see more!

[shawns 64 F100]

Don, thanks but I have plenty of shafts. I will drop them off at Front Range as soon as I have my pinion angle set and the measurements from flange to flange.

I am going to get it rolling on its own power then focus on bugs. :D

I need to learn about shocks for the lift. how to figure out what is needed etc etc. some of the ones I find for sale work for stock to 2 1/2 lift some do not...

[Hypoid]

That full floater is kind of intriuging; has it been narrowed? Is the front axle a full width?

I think it's easier to find a 9", or an 8.8 with discs...

[shawns 64 F100]

Mike, they are both full width. I also have flares for all four corners that should cover them big feet. :rolleyes:
I want to find the 8 lug outter knuckles for the front.

[shawns 64 F100]

Hunter Green with satin black, may change the black to something else..

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/Hot%20Rods/69Bronco006-1.jpg

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/Hot%20Rods/69Bronco002-1.jpg

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/Hot%20Rods/69Bronco003.jpg

[Hypoid]

I keep looking at those coils, they don't look right. :dontknow:

[shawns 64 F100]

nope they dont. thats something else I need to look into, I think the coils are leaning outwards because the axle mounts are full width which is why they are crooked lol. I may look into some sort of upper bracket to put them where they belong

[Hypoid]

Hmmm, can you post a picture showing from the radius arm mounts to the inner knuckles?

It would be better to relocate the mounts on the axle, if at all possible. Earlier mounts and knuckles were welded on. The later axles had the mounts and knuckles cast as an integeral component.

[Hypoid]

I don't know if you've named this project, but "Bride of Frankenstine" comes to mind. :)

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee120/Hypoid/Parts%20Dog/ALL_CATCH323.jpg

[shawns 64 F100]

LOL I named him HULK I think I may be needing that hydraulic assist to turn them knuckles. Get this I took a closer look after cleaning up that front thats under it and it may not be casted on perches up front afterall. I am pondering my options still this evening. It may just be easier like you said to just swap the entire assy. over and have identical front and rears.

I cant wait to see how that lil engine does pushing them big axles around. :D

Again, I owe ya big time!

[Hypoid]

Here is the tag info:

ED D6TA AAE
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Got your decoder ring??? :D

[bronc_17113]

highboy axle huh

[Hypoid]

Yeppir!

I did some poking around on the interweb, turns out the 610005 is the Dana/Spicer BOM number: It is a D-44 after all. I got all excited looking at that massive punkin with the three ribs cast on the side.

Oh well! Shawn has his knuckle swap and extra parts to boot. It is still a good score for the cash involved.

[bronc_17113]

yep yep that one was not used for long at all. I'm always half lookin out for em for spare parts

[firerod63]

Hey, where'd you get that front bumper on your slick? I think it looks pretty cool.

[bronc_17113]

I know where he got it but i aint tellin

[shawns 64 F100]

Hey, where'd you get that front bumper on your slick? I think it looks pretty cool.
It came off a burnt up ford :D
lol JK

[bronc_17113]

well its true
i got another 78 though she aint burnt

[firerod63]

Well it looks cool anyway. Even if it did come from a double super secret squirrel deal :thumbsup:

[bronc_17113]

lol i may have another like it in a few months when i get a bumper for the bronco

[firerod63]

lol i may have another like it in a few months when i get a bumper for the bronco

If you do, let me know. I'd be interested in pickin it up.

[shawns 64 F100]

Just a Bumpdate, new pics on my gallery. The Bronco is getting its front knuckles swappped as soon as I find 2 more 16" rims. I have a good set of tires for it now and need to get that hub/spindle back to Mike. Maybe this weekend I can find some rims and swap the front end over.

the 64 will be getting new windshield and weatherstripping as soon as tax refund arrives. :D

[bronc_17113]

i have some shawn but they are ugly as sin

[shawns 64 F100]

What are they Don? steelies or aluminum rims? I have center caps with rings for mid 70s 3/4 ton pickups LOL

[bronc_17113]

they are steelies and not even sure they match

[shawns 64 F100]

finally got some decent tires on the back, need to find four good rims.
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/Hot%20Rods/th_IMAG0004.jpg (http://s155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/Hot%20Rods/?action=view&current=IMAG0004.jpg) Set my pinion angle, not sure if im happy with that yet. I need to measure again when I get the shaft in.

Also figured this is good of a place to park as any.
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/Grumpy/th_IMAG0006.jpg (http://s155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/Grumpy/?action=view&current=IMAG0006.jpg)

[shawns 64 F100]

Well the Bronco is up for sale, I have someone cpoming to look at it on Tuesday :mad:

Grumpy is going to my brother in law.

I go to pick up my new ride which is a 82 F250 in almost mint condition.

Not having a job is forcing me to sell the Bronco and having a bad valve is forcing me to get rid of grumpy sooner than planned, but atleast he will still be in the family. I am looking at changing schools for a career in aviation mechanics. So I need something in better condition to drive to and from school (and hopefully their job placement program works)

Ill probably take all of my performance parts and engine trans out of the 64 F100 and sell the truck dirt cheap. so if anyone is wanting the pickup less engine, trans and some other items, let me know before I throw it on Craigslist.

[BRONCITIS]

What the hell you talking about? getting rid of the bronco! Dang thats a bummer, How much?

[shawns 64 F100]

What the hell you talking about? getting rid of the bronco! Dang thats a bummer, How much?
Yeah, I havent even been able to drive it on the road yet. No income to finish it and I cant just let it sit here collecting dust. Im asking 3500 obo to CCB and RMFTC members.

I brought this home tonight. 600 bucks it has a little tiny bit of rust on the bottom of the fenders. Interior looks like it was never used and just sun faded on the door panels. 81 F250 Custom cab 4x4 5.8M/6.6 The freaking AC Still works!
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/th_IMAG0154.jpg (http://s155.photobucket.com/albums/s318/shawnstang67/?action=view&current=IMAG0154.jpg)

[shawns 64 F100]

got a wild hair this weekend and bought a set of Valve cover gaskets out of curiosity.

took drivers side V/C off and found the exhaust valve pushrod popped out. I found it laying in there against the #6 intake pushrod. All of this time I am wondering why it is smoking so bad and using so much oil and why I lost compression, and figured it is a piston oil ring. Put it back together and cranked it over and that lifter wont pump up. :eek:
Changed the oil filter topped off the oil, checked my other fluid and went for a ride. It smoothed out and the smoke started going away. Severely confused because how in the heck does an engine not have any compression when the valves are staying closed? I think my lifter finally pumped up, going to see if the set of plugs I have here will work for it and change them.

Anyone have any idea why I have 0 psi when that valve isnt opening? :popcorn:

[shawns 64 F100]

I posted in my member profile thread but am seriously confused. Maybe someone here can answer my question.

How would my engine not have compression when the valve is not opening at all?

[Warrlord]

Intake valve opens, piston moves downward pulling in air, the needle on your gauge should register some kind of compression on that first stroke but it won't be high number on the first stroke. The exhaust valve remains closed due to the pushrod out of place so some of the air in there escapes through the intake valve opening during valve overlap (both valves open at the same time) so it has to start all over again on the intake stroke & it repeats the process on consecutive strokes & never gets enough air pulled into the cylinder to build up the compression reading like you're used to seeing. Or the exhaust valve could be burnt (not sealing).

I'm just speculating because it's possible for the compression gauge itself to be a problem or the schrader valve in the hose end could be the problem. Have you tested one of the known working cylinders?

[dannan_w]

I will leave it to people more in the know, but are the rings ok?

[Warrlord]

Now it makes total sense. I looked on your Facebook page. Since it's an intake valve instead of an exhaust valve not moving, I agree with that guy :D No air getting in the cylinder to be compressed.

Shawn, if your lifters are bad, I have a set that's still in the box, never used, for the old non FE V8 Fords. They're yours if you want them, They're "Competition Cams" brand.

[shawns 64 F100]

Larry, thanks, those lifters will fit my 351/400M? Ill take them if so,the one was starting to respond but I dont think they are 100%

I think I figured it out as you explained. Bernoulli's principle or no volume of air is getting in to be compressed.

Oh I checked compression on all cylinders. I have two compression gauges just in case one doesn't seem to be working right on a particular day.

[Warrlord]

Yup, they'll fit :thumbsup:

#832-16 (http://www.jegs.com/i/Comp+Cams/249/832-16/10002/-1) I've had them for over 10 years but they're still new in their box. I'll never use 'em

[shawns 64 F100]

Hey Larry, what is the possibility of new lifters damaging an old camshaft?

[Warrlord]

Very unlikely. You can install new lifter(s) on a used cam but never install used lifter(s) on a new cam or used lifter(s) out of one engine on a used cam from a different engine.

[shawns 64 F100]

ok, I was worried about that. Now we just need to figure out when we can meet up. Might be a while, but I would like to get them from you.

[Warrlord]

If you still have my #, just drop me a text or call sometime & we'll get it figured out :thumbsup:

[Warrlord]

Hey Shawn, since I'm going on the Saxon clean up run on the 18th, I can bring those lifters to Mike or someone else that'll be there & maybe they can relay them to you. I'll leave it up to you to contact them about relaying them :)

[shawns 64 F100]

Thanks Larry! Ill catch up with Mike when I can.