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  1. mattb73lt
    If you can get a schematic diagram, that would be helpful. All the wiring supplies are available that you would need, like fabric covered wires and loom wrap for a period looking harness. Or you could just use modern wire. Then just sourcing the correct gauge wire, most of it will be 14 Ga. and 10 gauge for heavier leads, like off the alternator on the charging circuit. Do you still have the old harness? Even if trashed, it could be useful as a pattern.
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    Thanks, Dean!! I've been getting a lot done in the last month. For years that vision has been in my head, now it sits in my driveway!!!
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    More and more complete every day. Adjusted the front end, filled all the bolt holes with fresh hardware, added fender welting, aligned the fenders, added the catwalks and new fasteners for them. Had to crawl up inside the fenders to do a lot of that. Still finding little things to finish, that I missed. Last big thing to paint is the hood, and I'll start prepping for that tomorrow. Lots of progress over the last month. I told my friend, where I store the roll back deck, that I'll be coming to get it in the next couple of weeks. So, lots going on.
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    I would agree with the rear mud flaps, like bookends. But the front ones need to face out in concert with the hood dogs and the radiator dog. Like the American flag, the field of blue always moves forward and never retreats.
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    It would have to be a pretty big sum at the moment. But, who knows down the road, after I get some enjoyment and miles out of it.
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    And the other fender, plus the front mud flaps. Really loving the lines of this truck as it goes back together.
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    Every piece I hang back on this truck, it just keeps getting better and amazes me from what it was. First fender back on today, DAMN!!!!
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    Yeah, first look, “oh, it’s not that bad.” Then you start poking and looking and moving stuff around. Then the issues start adding up.
  9. mattb73lt
    That’s some great work!! It’s really looking good. Great video, too.
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    First repower was a 1957 END-673. Ran that for 10 years and then it ate an exhaust seat. Current engine is a 1973 ENDT-675, totally different truck with that engine.
  11. mattb73lt
    The '63 B42 really was. Around 67K miles when I found it. Gas powered, local truck that last saw service with a tree company. Only used in the summer months and garage kept. No rust, factory paint intact on the floor that was covered in an chainsaw oil soaked shag carpet. I added the roll back deck to it on the factory wheelbase. Then re powered it and cosmetically restored it. It's been a great truck for almost 25 years.
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    Helped move six vintage cruisers this morning over to the Farmington Polo Grounds. THere's a group coming from Australia, too! Mostly a car event, giving rides to the special olympians and their families. Lots of smiles will be had and a lot of funds, too.
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    It’s the Dreamride event in Farmington at the Polo Grounds. My employer’s huge annual fund raiser for the CT Special Olympics. The main Dreamride is on Saturday, but the whole thing runs Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Big car show on Sunday. I’m helping move some vintage State Police cruisers up there Friday. I’ll be driving a ‘41 Ford cruiser Saturday. The show Bob was speaking of is up in Lancaster, Ma. The Bay State Chapter’s 20th anniversary show, Saturday and Sunday.
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    Thanks, Dean. It’s been a pleasure working “with” you on our projects and I’m glad it’s been helpful on several levels. I’ve really enjoyed watching your progress, too!!
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    Thanks, Bob. The barn got a huge restoration in 2015 and the roof in 2002. I’m bummed I can’t make it up there this time. I just gave the B42 a day of love for this weekend. There’s still a slim chance I could make Sunday.
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    24 years ago this weekend I found this truck in Litchfield, CT. Dragged it home and dropped it in front of my barn at the house I bought about a year and a half beforehand. Lots of things have transpired since that time, but one of the good things is seeing this truck, nearing completion, sitting in the same exact spot.
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    TEST RUN! I borrowed one of my car phone mounts and used my iPhone as a Go Pro. A little test run video up the driveway without crashing. I think the sound is right on. Not full throttle, but probably half due to the length of the run. Everything is so tight with no play in the shift towers, yet. It all needs to get run in and adjusted. I'm happy with it so far. IMG_3928.m4v
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    Well, I kinda had to. It was either stop or crash through the barn, then plunge about 30 feet down into my neighbors back yard!!
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    I think so. You could always treat it with a preservative or some kind of waterproofing treatment. If you do that and it’s good quality plywood, I think you’ll be fine.
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    I finished up the accelerator installation on Saturday. After warming up the engine, I backed down to the street. This gives me almost a 100 yard run to the barn. In first, I walked the compound up, under, direct and over, before I had to get on the brakes. Well, the 220 and exhaust didn’t disappoint. It was LOUD and had quite the bark, much more so than just revving it up. I’m going to run it as is for now. Although I may need to rethink the noise level. It sounded incredible. I don’t have a Go Pro camera so no video of it.
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    Any thoughts on recessing the front corners of the sleeper for the stacks? It would take some work, but the results might be worth it if you don’t have to move the stacks and tanks.
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    Watt’s used to market a chrome, stock style, bumper. I haven’t seen anyone offering one in a while. Stainless versions have been available, but again not sure if they are anymore. There have been several attempts to make chrome shells available again, but that hasn’t happened. Your best bet there would be to find a really clean steel shell and have it chromed or one that needs re-chroming. Expect to pay around $1500 for good chrome plating.
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    Nice. So you channeled it to sit lower on the frame? That should look great when you get it all lined up.
  24. mattb73lt
    Hemming's Motor News site, look under Services. Lots of rebuilders there offering all kinds of things. You may find a resource near you.
  25. mattb73lt
    Classic can silk screen the gage faces, too. They could rebuild your originals to match those really nice NOS gauges you found. Also re-calibrate for accurate readings.

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