Freightrain

IT MOVES!!!!! I installed the new pump(another story) and got it running. I was able to air it up, release the brakes and was able to push the clutch and easily slip it in gear and slowing inch the truck forward(can't go far). I pushed back down on the clutch and slipped in reverse and backed it up. Nice!!!! I released in neutral a few times and pushed down fully and was able to slip it in gear without any clash. I did it numerous times in forward and reverse. I then pulled the linkage all off, drilled the pivot bar for a cotter pin to capture the Z bar. I installed the grease zerk in the bar and put a couple clicks of grease in it and spun it around a few times to work the grease into the bushing. I then bolted it in for the last time and attached the clutch rod to the transmission. Now I need to recut the keyway in the pedal pivot rod and finish the machine work. Install pinch bolt detail and then split the ring. I need to install the bracket for the return spring. I am pretty sure I can modify the original bracket and weld it to my new arm to enable the stock spring to be used. Not onto the new pump. Ugh. I installed it and the given primer pump didn't work(ya, I knew that was coming). I installed the old bailing ring pump from my 237. It still had issues getting fuel up. I still have the pressure gauge installed in the fuel filter housing to watch. I finally got it primed and engine as started. The 20# I pumped up slowly dropped off like before. I pumped it while running and it went back up to 20#. Then slowly dropped again. I removed the return check valve assembly and investigated it. Nothing wrong I could see. Sealing surfaces were fine. I thought maybe I could shim it up. I had some .010 shim stock and cut a piece and put it back together. I could pump 30# now. After starting it would again just slowly drop off. Less of you didn't rev the engine. It would idle for as long as you wanted. I did finally get some heat in the engine and topped off the radiator. Tomorrow, after getting the other power steering lines made I am going to make a short fuel line and run it off a can and see if it keeps pressure. If not I am not really sure what to do next. I tested the Jakes, they work. After I get the clutch parts in for good, I can put the floorboard back in so I can tidy up the interior and keep moving forward on the front end.

Ya, I spend all day at work trying to figure out what I can get down that evening. One week to go. I need to be able to swap cars around and be ready in 9 days. Tick tock.....

Success!! I did make a dump truck clutch!! Two fingers is all it takes to depress the pedal. It is far from complete but it does function. Few more things to machine but a HUGE milestone. I got the floor reinforcement brace across the floor bolted in so I can now cut the removable panel for the new shifter and get the floor installed. I'm taking Friday off so I can get the last two power steering hoses made and installed and it gives me another full day to work on it.

Yes, I lost a whole weeks worth of time to get it done and that is a lot of time!! I stopped at hydraulic store today(not Parker) and started on power steering lines. Had to order a fitting for suction side (5days Ugh). I had them make one line, I have to measure up for the other two lines. Getting close, but still so far to go.

Those old center loaded antenna were classic and fitting for an old truck. I wish I didn't have to deal with a short garage or I would be interested in them. I have a stubby Francis on the B because it clears the ceiling without bending.

Making headway. I have the majority of the linkage made tonight. I am playing with rod lengths to get things right. I just need to get a piece of 1/4" key stock to lock the arm to the clutch pedal to set pedal height and check the actual throw. I have high hopes it works good. The Z bar. I just need to tap a side hole for a grease zero, dress up the corners and put some paint on it. The new lift pump will be here Wednesday, so I hope to get it started and maybe try the clutch in Thursday. 🤞🤞🤞 I also started mounting the power steering reservoir on the passenger side. I made the bracket, just need to finish it up once the new pump is installed. I realized yesterday that I have my next race on May 24th(not 31st). Time is running short!! Real short.

Great Paul! Hope it works well for you. 👍

Ya, already bought a new primer pump last fall just like that one because original was broken. Yup, POS. I stole the old bailing ring style off the 237 and it works fine. Can't say it doesn't weep a bit of fuel sometimes but it works!

I pulled it back out, looks narrow Unless you have a part number, there appears to only be one available.

I just went back out and pulled the pump. I unscrewed the line from the filter and it sprayed fuel, so I guess the check valve is working since it has been 4-5 hrs since I had it running. The other day I was out playing around and was going to bump the starter so I could get the trans into a gear, one quick hit of the starter and it lit off instantly. I typically don't leave the shut off pulled out. So my guess is the check valve is fine. Btw the roller looks narrow like the one in the ad I posted.

Looks like only two variants are available. Single or double check valve. $166 isn't bad. Pretty sure I paid much more for the one in the 237 about 6-7 yrs ago.

Mine looks like this but I think mine has a much wider roller. Have to go out and look again. https://dieselpartscenter.com/products/supply-pump-genuine-pai-3599 I had to replace the pump on the 237 years ago due to low pressure and lacking power. I installed a pressure gauge and saw it drop out under boost. A new pump brought it right back.

I pulled all four checks out of the pump. All clean and good shape.

Fuel system was no issue last fall. Now it suddenly won't run with new motor. I had lots of issues with getting this primed up when I first started it and it only had 2ft of hose to can of diesel. Then it really had problems drawing from tank. I replaced the new primer pump I bought with old bailing ring version from the 237 and it works much better. I can hear it returning fuel to the tank after pumping up 20# of pressure. After starting the pressure drops and won't recover. I know it should be 15# idling as that was what the 237 had. Too bad it is different pump or I would try it. New lines from lift to filter and back to injection pump. Remaining lines are good from before. New filter also.

Ok, seems my original pump is not keeping up. I can manually pump up 20# but after starting and running it drops to 10# and then barely holds 5# and then it has been just stalling out. I was perplexed with it not wanting to stay running after a few minutes until I put a pressure gauge at the filter and then I can see what is going on. Anyone have the proper part number? Thanks.